Rangers have moved to allay fears over Joe Aribo as they confirmed he'll be monitored over the weekend for his illness.
Steven Gerrard revealed he had a stomach bug on Thursday night and that was why he missed the 2-2 draw with Benfica.
That was to quickly end any speculation that he might be suffering from Covid-19 and now Rangers have shared a further update on the Nigeria internationals health.
A tweet from the club said: "Rangers can confirm that Joe Aribo is currently being treated for a minor illness and is being monitored accordingly over the weekend. We expect Joe to rejoin the first-team squad early next week."
On Thursday, Gerrard had said: "Joe was unwell. He had a stomach complaint last night. Hopefully he will be available for the weekend.
"It’s important to say it is not Covid-related. He was negative on his test, before people start putting two and two together”
The former Charlton midfielder missed almost two months earlier in the season after picking up a muscle injury in the Premiership win over St Johnstone.
He has four goals so far this campaign, including a double in the 8-0 thrashing of Hamilton.
