Newcastle reopen training centre after positive COVID-19 tests

Newcastle United training ground

Newcastle United players will report for training at the clubs training centre on Tuesday, a week after it was closed because several players and staff tested positive for COVID-19.

The rising number of positive cases forced Newcastle to lodge a request to postpone last Fridays league match at Aston Villa which was approved by the Premier League Board.

Newcastle Uniteds players will train at the training centre today following a temporary closure last week due to a rise in COVID-19 cases, the club said in a statement.

Those who had tested positive will follow relevant protocols before returning.

The match at Villa was the first Premier League fixture postponed because of COVID-19 since last season resumed in June.

Steve Bruces side, 13th in the table, are scheduled to host West Bromwich Albion on Saturday. (Reuters/NAN)

Source: NAN News