Eight staff members of Vitesse have been diagnosed with the coronavirus, according to the Arnhemmers on Thursday. Head coach Thomas Letsch, assistant trainers Joseph Oosting, Jan Fiesser and the other staff members Rein Baart, Jan van Norel, Tim Arends and Dennis van der Meulen and coordinator medical affairs and physiotherapist Jos Kortekaas have to be quarantined at home.

The Airborne duel with Sparta Rotterdam next Saturday will continue, reports Vitesse. From the KNVB dispensation has been granted, so technical director Johannes Spors together with Edward Sturing and Nicky Hofs can stand in front of the group on Saturday. They will also lead the training sessions for the time being.

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