Man Utd in coronavirus scare as Stoke boss Michael O’Neill tests positive MINUTES before cancelled friendly – The Sun

MANCHESTER UNITED had a Covid-19 scare after visiting Stoke boss Michael O'Neill tested positive for the virus just minutes before a friendly between the sides.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s star-studded squad including Paul Pogba and Marcus Rashford were due to play the Championship side in a behind closed doors game at their Carrington training complex today.

But the game was called off at the 11th hour after the results of Stoke’s coronavirus tests from Monday came through.

United last night confirmed that none of their players has been put in danger.

Stoke confirmed former O'Neill, 50, had received the positive test in a statement on Tuesday evening.

The former Northern Ireland chief will now self-isolate for a period of seven days.

A statement from the Championship side said: "Stoke City can confirm that manager Michael O'Neill has tested positive for the Covid-19 virus following the latest round of testing on Monday.

"O'Neill had tested negative in the previous five rounds of testing.

"He will now follow the relevant guidance and undergo a period of isolation, whilst continuing to be in regular virtual contact with his coaching staff and players.

"Assistant manager Billy McKinlay will take charge of training as the Potters prepare for their game against Reading on June 20."

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