PL 2021-22: Big setback for Chelsea as Christian Pulisic tests COVID positive, will miss Arsenal clash

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel said Friday that Christian Pulisic had tested positive and was in self-isolation, ruling him out of Sunday's game against Arsenal.

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel on Friday revealed that forward Christian Pulisic has tested positive for COVID-19. Tuchel also stated that Pulisic will miss the clash against Arsenal as a result. The Champions League title holders are due at Emirates Stadium on Sunday (August 22) for a Premier League meeting with their London neighbours. Chelsea boss Tuchel, as per Goal.com told reporters when asked for an update on his plans, with Hakim Ziyech and N'Golo Kante in contention to figure: "Christian has, unfortunately, had a positive test and needs to follow the protocols. He's not been training and is not available for the game."