COVID-19: Karim Benzema, Real Madrid striker tests positive

The 33-year-old as a result will have to stay in isolation until he tests negative, after which he will be able to rejoin his club colleagues for pre-season training.

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After playing in Euro 2020 with France, Benzema was expected to return to Real Madrid’s facilities on Friday, July 23.

Real Madrid has not given any information on Benzema’s status, so it’s unknown whether he has COVID-19-related symptoms or is asymptomatic.