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Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Chelsea players send Instagram messages to Callum Hudson-Odoi after positive coronavirus test

The Chelsea squad is rallying behind wonderkid Callum Hudson-Odoi.

In the early hours of Friday morning it was confirmed that the winger has tested positive for COVID-19 coronavirus and as a result Frank Lampard, the coaching staff and senior squad have all self-isolated.

The Blues also issued a statement.

The latest on Callum Hudson-Odoi and Premier League suspension

"Chelsea men’s team player Callum Hudson-Odoi had a positive test result for Coronavirus returned this evening. Chelsea personnel who had recent close contact with the player in the men’s team building will now self-isolate in line with Government health guidelines.

"These will include initially the full men’s team squad, coaching staff and a number of backroom staff.

"It is expected that those who did not have close contact with Callum will return to work in the coming days."

Then on Friday morning, Hudson-Odoi sent out a message to supporters on social media.

In a video post on Twitter he said: "Hi guys, as you may be aware I had the virus for the last couple of days, which I've recovered from I'm following the health guidelines and self-isolating myself from everybody for the week, hope to see everybody soon and be back on the pitch very soon.

"Take care."

This prompted an outpouring of support from Hudson-Odoi's teammates on Instagram, with the likes of Willy Caballero, Pedro, Reece James, Antonio Rudiger and Billy Gilmour all wishing him a speedy recovery.

Pedro said: "Get well soon!!", Caballero replied with "Get well soon", while James and Gilmour responded with prayer hands emojis.

Furthermore, players from Manchester United, Liverpool, Everton, Real Madrid and Lyon have also got in touch with Hudson-Odoi.

This includes Timothy Fosu-Mensah, Rhian Brewster, Moise Kean, Vinicius Junior and Memphis Depay.

It has since been confirmed that the Premier League season has been suspended until April 4.

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