Atletico Madrid’s players returned to training for the first time after LaLiga was suspended

Atletico Madrid’s players were pictured returning to training on Saturday for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic called a premature halt to LaLiga.

Diego Simeone and his players began their preparations for the campaign’s restart at the club’s Ciudad Deporutiba Atletico de Madrid complex after Spain relaxed lockdown measures across the nation earlier this week.

Every member of their playing and coaching staff were tested for the disease – with Ronan Lodi reportedly returning a positive result and consequently missing out on the first training session.

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A number of stars trained individually at the club’s complex after lockdown was eased in Spain

Players were spread out across a series of pitches to adhere to social distancing measures. 

Boss Simeone fronted proceedings in Madrid while wearing personal protective equipment, and his players were spread out across a series of pitches to adhere to social distancing guidelines.

Felipe posed for the camera ahead of the session, and rumoured Arsenal target Thomas Partey was found in positive spirits ahead of the return of top-flight action.

Arsenal target Thomas Partey was also snapped as the squad were put through their paces

It was reported that Atletico full back Renan Lodi reportedly tested positive for coronavirus this week after exams. 

LaLiga have already announced they anticipate at least 30 cases of players testing positive for coronavirus – but are determined to push ahead with picking up the campaign in June. 

Those who test positive will be placed into quarantine and tested once again before they are permitted to return.