Steven Gerrard Tests Positive for Covid-19

The manager of Aston Villa, Steven Gerrard has tested positive for Coronavirus ahead of the boxing day Premier League game against Chelsea.

Aston Villa confirmed the news on its official website on Saturday, December 25th, 2021. According to the tweet from the club, the former Liverpool player will be self-isolating and will not be available for the games against Chelsea and Leeds United.

Aston Villa can confirm Head Coach Steven Gerrard will be unable to attend our next two Premier League matches with Chelsea and Leeds United as he will be self isolating after testing positive ti COVID-19

This means Gerrard will be available when Aston Villa travel to play Brentford on Sunday, January 2nd,2022.