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F1's Sergio Perez tests positive for Covid-19

Jul 31, 2020

Racing Point driver Sergio Perez has tested positive for Covid-19 and will miss this weekend's British F1 GP. 

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The Mexican and his close contacts have gone into self-quaratine. 

Governing body the FIA says all containment procedures have been followed, adding that Perez's positive test will not have a wider impact on this weekend's event.

F1 has a series of protocols that participants have to follow to minimise the risk of Covid-19, including keeping teams separate from each other, and extensive testing.

City close in on Ake

Man City are wrapping up the transfer of Nathan Ake after his club Bournemouth accepted a 40 million pounds offer for the defender.

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The Netherlands international has been a target of City boss Pep Guardiola for a while now, as he looks to bolster his defensive options for next season.

City are also close to completing a move for Valencia winger Ferran Torres, with transfer talks currently in the advanced stage.

Sancho is close to being a Red Devil

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Man United are reportedly closing in on the signing of Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho. 

Insiders say both clubs have agreed to an initial fee of 60 million pounds, although add-ons will bring the final amount closer to 100 million.

Its believed that Dortmund are now pushing for the tranfer to be completed as quickly as possible so that they can concentrate on preparing for next season.

Barca make their move for Willian

Sources say Barcelona have offered a three year contract to Chelsea attacker Willian. 

The Brazilian's current deal with the Blues expires next month, with no indication yet of him extending his stay at Stamford Bridge.

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This means that Willian's last appearance for Chelsea could be in this weekend's FA Cup final against Arsenal.