Former Celtic duo Ronny Deila and Gary Mackay-Steven have been forced to isolate after a New York City FC staff member tested positive for the deadly COVID-19 virus.
The MLS side confirmed via their website that all players will be made to self isolate as a result of the infection.
“New York City FC today announced that a member of the club’s sporting department has tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19).
“The individual is feeling well after displaying mild symptoms and is observing appropriate isolation protocols.
“NYCFC has been working closely with local infectious disease specialists who have instructed players, team staff and those believed to have come in close contact to maintain self-isolation and immediately report any symptoms they may be experiencing to team medical personnel.
“No other cases within NYCFC have been identified at this time.”
Much like the SPFL, the MLS is currently postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic that has gripped the world.
Mackay-Steven joined Deila’s Celtic in 2015 for £250,000 until the summer of 2017 when he joined Aberdeen.
The 44-year-old won two Premiership titles during his time in Glasgow as well as a League Cup before returning to Norway in 2016.
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