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Who will replace Carlo Ancelotti for Real Madrid's game at Celta?

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is set to miss his side's LaLiga fixture against Celta Vigo after testing positive for covid-19.

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Who will replace Carlo Ancelotti for Real Madrid's game at Celta?
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Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti has tested positive for covid-19. The 62-year-old's diagnosis was confirmed by the club on Wednesday and he will now miss Los Blancos' LaLiga clash at Celta Vigo on Saturday.

Ancelotti could also be absent from the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final with former club Chelsea at Stamford Bridge next week.

The Italian coach's son and assistant, Davide, is expected to take charge of the team in his father's absence.

Real Madrid statement on Ancelotti

A statement on the club's website simply read: "Real Madrid confirm that our coach Carlo Ancelotti has tested positive for covid-19."

Madrid will be looking to bounce back at the weekend having been humbled 4-0 at the Santiago Bernabeu by rivals Barcelona in their last outing before the international break.

Despite that setback, they remain clear at the top of LaLiga, nine points ahead of second-placed Sevilla.