The Liverpool attacker traveled for international duty for his country, but will potentially have to go through self-quarantine.
Liverpool frontman Mohamed Salah has tested positive for COVID19. This unfortunate news was announced by the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) this afternoon.
However, Salah will not have to go through self-quarantine at the moment because he does not have any signs as of yet. The Liverpool striker is presently away to represent his nation on international duty.
A statement on the EFA website said: “The medical swab conducted on our national football team showed that our player, Mohamed Salah. The star of Liverpool is infected with coronavirus after his test came positive. Although he does not suffer from any symptoms, while the other members of the team tested negative.
“Our international star underwent the medical protocol after contact between the doctor of the team. Mohammed Abu Al-Ola, and his English club Liverpool, in addition to isolating him inside his room and also isolating all contacts.
“Our star is subject to more checks during the coming hours.”