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George Flood

Ian Woan: Burnley confirm assistant manager tested positive for coronavirus

Burnley assistant manager Ian Woan has tested positive for coronavirus, the club confirmed.

748 top-flight players and staff underwent Covid-19 testing on Sunday and Monday as clubs unanimously approved protocols around "phase one" training under 'Project Restart'.

It was revealed earlier on Tuesday that six tests across three clubs had come back positive, with specific details regarding the identities of the clubs and individuals concerned not divulged due to "legal and operational requirements".

However, Burnley subsequently released a statement to confirm that Woan was among those to have tested positive.

The former Nottingham Forest stalwart - who has served as Sean Dyche's assistant since 2011, first at Watford and then Burnley - will now self-isolate for seven days with a view to being tested again on May 25.

Burnley confirmed that Woan was currently asymptomatic and "safe and well at home".

An official club statement read: "He will remain in close communication with club personnel regarding his re-engagement in training once he is clear of the virus.

"Everyone at Burnley Football Club sends their best wishes to Ian and his family.

"Burnley Football Club will continue to follow the first stage of the return to training protocol, while adhering to Premier League guidance in terms of testing all players and backroom staff twice per week."

Watford later revealed that one player and two members of staff at their club had also tested positive for coronavirus.

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