German Football Association confirm positive coronavirus test
The DFB have issued a statement this morning, confirming that a Germany player has tested positive for COVID-19.
The German Football Association (DFB) have confirmed Bild's report that a member of the squad has tested positive for COVID-19.
After his positive test result, the player, who is fully vaccinated and currently symptom-free, was immediately isolated.
In addition to him, four other players, who were classified as category 1 contacts despite testing negative, are in quarantine as well.
According to Bild, the player is question is Bayern München's Niklas Süle.
"The number of Corona cases has risen sharply across the country. Therefore, we will continue to implement the hygiene and behavioural measures in place for the final international game of the year, in order for us to handle the current situation as responsibly as possible," said Germany general manager Oliver Bierhoff.
"This news coming so soon before the final two World Cup qualifiers is very tough, both for the coaching staff and the whole team, but health and welfare is our top priority, of course. I hope the player who tested positive recovers soon and that he remains asymptomatic."