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Laporte alerts the footballing world of the pandemic

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Aymeric Laporte took the help of social media to warn people about the crisis after Manchester City’s postponed fixture.

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte took upon social media to alert people around the world of the crisis situation. Shortly after Manchester City’s Premier League game against Everton was put off, he wrote on Twitter. Unfortunately, three more members of Pep Guardiola’s side tested positive for the coronavirus.

Laporte did not wait to take the matter into his hands and he used the social platform to share his valuable message. The centre-back asked the people to follow the protocols and be cautious to remain in a safe environment. He also indicated that the pandemic is not yet over and people should be more careful.

The 26-year-old wrote on Twitter: “As you guys can see it’s clearly not over yet.. please remember to follow the rules and keep you and your family safe.” 

Premier League’s statement.

Premier League issued a statement regarding the situation: “Manchester City’s fixture at Everton, due to be played at 8 pm this evening, has been postponed following a Premier League Board meeting. Manchester City lodged a request with the Premier League today to rearrange the game. Following an increase in positive COVID-19 test results received by the club this morning. On top of the cases reported on Christmas Day.”

“This rise has created uncertainty and the Premier League Board received medical advice that the match should be postponed. The Board agreed to rearrange the game as a precaution, and further testing will now take place tomorrow. The decision has been taken with the health of players and staff the priority. The Premier League continues to have full confidence in its protocols and rules. And the way in which all clubs are implementing them.”

“The League wishes those with COVID-19 a safe and speedy recovery. And will rearrange the postponed fixture against Everton in due course.”

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