Swine flu nightmare sidelines poorly Barcelona duo Abidal and Toure

Published: 20 Nov 2009 - 16:45:48

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Swine flu nightmare sidelines poorly Barcelona duo Abidal and Toure

Barcelona have confirmed defender Eric Abidal has contracted swine flu and midfielder Yaya Toure has shown symptoms of the virus. Flu bout: Yaya Toure (R), in action against Man City earlier this season, has been hit by the bug Abidal underwent tests after feeling unwell and developing a fever, and the club doctors diagnosed he is suffering from the disease. Manchester City target Toure has undergone similar tests after suffering from the same symptoms, but it has yet to be confirmed whether he has swine flu. 'Eric Abidal and Toure Yaya have viral-like symptoms with fever and general discomfort,' a club statement read. 'Relevant tests have been carried out on both players. 'In Abidal's case, these tests confirm he is suffering from swine flu. 'As for Toure, during today it could be confirmed whether these symptoms are also a result of swine flu. Down and out: France defender Eric Abidal has also been sidelined by the virus 'Nevertheless, he is certainly sidelined for Saturday's match against Athletic Club. 'The medical services are working following the protocols established by the health department isolating the players, carrying out symptomatic treatment and giving appropriate hygienic measures.' It is a big blow for Barcelona as they have a tough week ahead with a Champions League clash with Inter Milan sandwiched between Primera Liga matches against Athletic Bilbao and second-placed Real Madrid. City still keen on Barca star Yaya despite his agent's 'small club' jibeHow Henry became a pariah: From pin-up to figure of ridicule across worldRobinho talks about leaving Man City for Barcelona, reveals Santa CruzForm is temporary, class is perm-anent! Messi is given Diego curls Explore more:Places:Barcelona, France