Emotional Antonio Conte reveals Covid outbreak at Spurs: ‘We are a bit scared’

Conte has confirmed eight players and five members of staff have tested positive for coronavirus
Emotional Antonio Conte reveals Covid outbreak at Spurs: ‘We are a bit scared’

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte is dealing with a coronavirus outbreak (Adam Davy/PA)

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte has confirmed eight players and five members of staff have tested positive for coronavirus following an outbreak at the club – and he expects more confirmed cases.

Spurs will, however, have to play their crunch Europa Conference League game against Rennes on Thursday night, with UEFA rules much stricter regarding the minimum number of players available.

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