The Premier League insists there are no plans to postpone any other matches after Manchester City's game with Arsenal was called off.
A decision was only made last week to reschedule to match that was originally meant to be played on the weekend of the Carabao Cup final.
But with the news that the Olympiakos owner Evangelos Marinakis has contracted coronavirus, given he had been in contact with several Arsenal players, the rearranged game at the Etihad will have to find a new date .
In a statement, the Premier League acknowledged the inconvenience to supporters but said there was no alternative.
"Tonight’s game between Manchester City and Arsenal has been postponed as a precautionary measure following the announcement yesterday that Evangelos Marinakis has contracted COVID-19," it read.
"Thirteen days ago, Olympiakos played at the Emirates Stadium in the Europa League and Mr Marinakis, the Greek club’s owner, met with several Arsenal squad members and staff.
"Following medical advice, Arsenal FC and Manchester City FC consider it is necessary to postpone their fixture due to be played this evening to give time to fully assess the situation.
"The Premier League has therefore agreed that tonight’s game will be rearranged.
"We understand this will cause inconvenience and cost to fans planning to attend the game but Arsenal, Manchester City and the Premier League have agreed that the short notice of Mr Marinakis’ infection means there is no alternative but to take the time to complete a proper assessment of risk.
"All necessary measures are being taken and the Premier League currently has no plans to postpone any other matches."
