Pep Guardiola has tested positive for coronavirus and will miss Manchester City's FA Cup tie against Swindon Town, the Premier League champions have confirmed.
Guardiola and his assistant Juanma Lillo recorded positive test results on Tuesday, and both are now isolating.
City now have 21 members of their squad – seven players and 14 backroom staff – in isolation.
Fourth-tier Swindon host City in the FA Cup third round on Friday, and assistant coach Rodolfo Borrell will take charge of the Premier League leaders.
Guardiola joins three fellow Premier League managers who have had to isolate in the last week.
Arsenal manager and Guardiola's former assistant Mikel Arteta had to watch on from home as the Gunners lost 2-1 to City on New Year's Day.
Jurgen Klopp, meanwhile, was absent for Liverpool's draw with Chelsea on Sunday while on Thursday, Burnley confirmed Sean Dyche was isolating after testing positive.
Stones backs Foden to be Euro 2024 player of the tournament
Phil Foden could be the Euro 2024 player of the tournament, according to England and Manchester City team-mate John Stones.
Foden scored 19 league goals and added eight assists this season as he lifted a sixth Premier League title with City at the age of just 24.
His efforts saw him named Premier League and Manchester City player of the year, and he now turns his attention to international football as England head to Germany looking to claim a first major tournament victory since winning the World Cup in 1966.
Stones has full confidence in his national and club team-mate's ability to play a crucial role for the Three Lions in Germany.
When asked if Foden could end up winning player of the tournament honours at the Euros, Stones told reporters: "Yes. I'm biased, [but] I think he's absolutely incredible.
"First how he plays the game, so silky playing like he's in the park.
"I feel like he has brought so much to his game, goals, maturity, knowing of situations, his pressing.
"This season has been incredible for him and I hope and I'm sure he will bring that to the tournament."
Stones believes Foden is "100 per cent" among world-class players such as Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham and feels England's attacking prowess alongside Foden could somewhat take the pressure off him.
"I think it probably suits Phil that maybe that [spotlight] is not all on him," Stones added. "We all know the quality that he's got, what he can bring and does for the team.
"I think in these occasions, it's where it brings it out of you and maybe it's time to show the world what he can really do."
Kieran Trippier echoed his fellow Three Lions defender's sentiments on Foden, saying: "To be honest with you, I can't pick out individuals, because everybody has been quality, but obviously Phil Foden is Phil Foden. He's always one of my favourite players.
"With Phil, I could walk back into the camp and he's got a ball at his feet. He's obsessed with football.
"Everybody sees him on the pitch, but what people don't see in training is his vision, his technique, and his ability is frightening."
Ten Hag set to stay at Man Utd after exit speculation ends
Erik ten Hag is set to stay at Manchester United after surviving a review over his future, according to widespread reports.
United stunned neighbours Manchester City in the FA Cup final, winning 2-1 last month at Wembley, but a second trophy in two seasons was not expected to be enough for Ten Hag to keep his job.
The Red Devils finished eighth in the Premier League this season, with that being their lowest-ever finish in the competition.
An underwhelming league campaign saw speculation grow over the former Ajax head coach's future, though reports on Tuesday claim Ten Hag is set to remain in charge at Old Trafford.
United are said to have concluded their review of the 2023-24 season and started negotiations on a contract extension with Ten Hag, whose current deal ends at the end of the 2024-25 campaign.
Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel, Kieran McKenna and Gareth Southgate were all linked with the United job before the club committed to their future with Ten Hag.
Ortega signs new one-year deal with Manchester City
Stefan Ortega has signed a new contract with Manchester City ahead of the 2024-25 Premier League campaign.
The German goalkeeper has put pen to paper on a one-year extension that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2026.
His previous deal was due to expire next year, and the news comes as a timely boost for Pep Guardiola as speculation continues to surround Ederson's long-term future at the club.
It is believed that the Brazilian is wanted by a number of clubs in the Saudi Pro League ahead of this transfer window, having lifted his 17th major honour with the Citizens this season.
Ortega played a key role for City last season, making 20 appearances in all competitions and keeping seven clean sheets, with his most notable contribution coming in their 2-0 away success against Tottenham in their penultimate league fixture.
He came on as a substitute for the injured Ederson, making a flurry of important saves to take a big step towards their record-breaking fourth consecutive Premier League title.
“I am delighted to be staying at Manchester City for longer," Ortega said after signing his new contract.
"This is a football club that provides players with everything we need to be our best. Every single day I feel motivated and challenged, and I have improved as a goalkeeper since coming here two years ago.
“My family are really settled here in England, I love everything about it here. Signing this deal means I can now focus 100 per cent on next season and beyond. [My aim is to] try to get the number one spot. This is why I signed for Man City.”
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