Ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night, Liverpool have issued a statement on the fast-spreading coronavirus that has already been contracted by a number of people in England.
The Reds host Los Rojiblancos in the second leg of their round of 16 Champions League tie on Wednesday night, after losing the first leg 1-0 at the Wanda Metropolitano.
With many matches across Europe being played behind closed doors, Liverpool have now sent a message to supporters attending the match at Anfield encouraging fans to take care of their hygiene.
"Liverpool Football Club continues to monitor and implement the government's advice on the coronavirus outbreak, and ahead of our Champions League match against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday evening, we are reminding everyone attending the game of good hygiene practices," a statement on the club's official website read.
"There will be hand sanitisers and/or antibacterial handwash in all the washrooms at Anfield, as well as posters reinforcing the official medical advice for everyone to take personal responsibility for excellent personal hygiene.
"We are also taking matchday precautionary measures and players will continue to avoid handshakes prior to kick-off. UEFA will continue to use mascots for this game but they will line up to welcome the players on to the pitch and avoid any direct contact.
"Any supporter displaying symptoms that are consistent with coronavirus should ensure they familiarise themselves with the chief medical officer's advice on self-isolation.
"We will continue to take the best advice from the relevant authorities and will update supporters with any further developments."
