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The 29-year-old, who arrived from Bayern Munich this month, will now isolate himself.
A statement from Liverpool read: “Thiago Alcantara has tested positive for Covid-19 and is currently isolating himself according to the necessary guidelines.
“The club has, and will continue to comply, all protocols related to Covid-19 and Thiago will remain in self-isolation for the required period of time.”
Thiago made his Liverpool debut in his 2-0 Premier League win over Chelsea but failed Monday 3-1 win over Arsenal, with boss Jurgen Klopp saying he was not fit enough.
“After the international break, he will be fine,” the German told Sky Sports.
“Sure, and that’s the situation right now, he’s not fit enough to be available tonight and that’s it.”
Thiago signed for a total of £ 20 million, amounting to £ 25 million, after seven years at Bayern, where he won seven league titles.
Their last game for the Germans was their 1-0 Champions League win over Paris St Germain in August.
He will miss Thursday’s Carabao Cup visit to Arsenal and Sunday’s Premier League trip to Aston Villa, but could be available for the Merseyside derby at Everton on October 17.
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