Former Germany international Podolski infected with novel coronavirus
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- DPA
- Published Date: 10:56 | 25 August 2021
- Modified Date: 10:57 | 25 August 2021
"Unfortunately, it's got me," the player was quoted in a statement by broadcaster RTL on Wednesday.
Due to the infection, Podolski will not be able to take part in RTL "Supertalent" show as a judge. Further recordings will take place without him.
"I have Covid-19 and unfortunately have to go into quarantine for now. I have no symptoms, I feel the same as I have for the last months and weeks."
Podolski currently plays at local club Gornik Zabrze in Poland.