Sunderland AFC takeover and transfer news LIVE: Shrewsbury, Blackpool and Hull City games postponed after Covid-19 outbreak

Sunderland’s next three games against Shrewsbury Town, Blackpool and Hull City have all been postponed after the Covid-19 outbreak.
Sunderland head coach Lee Johnson.Sunderland head coach Lee Johnson.
Sunderland head coach Lee Johnson.

A total of eight players missed the 1-1 draw with AFC Wimbledon on Tuesday evening after one positive test forced seven other players to self isolate, with two of those also showing symptoms.

The training ground has now been closed for the next 10 days after four more positive cases. We will have the latest news, analysis and reaction to the breaking story in our blog.