Fulham boss Scott Parker set to miss Southampton clash due to his self isolation

Fulham boss Scott Parker will be absent for his side's Boxing Day clash at home to Southampton after a member of his household tested positive for COVID-19.

Assistant manager Stuart Gray and coach Matt Wells will manage the team in Parker's place for the visit of high-flying Southampton at St Mary's, the club have confirmed.

He will be joined by first team coach Matt Wells

While Parker has returned a negative result, he will still have to sit the game out in accordance with COVID-19 protocols. 

A statement read: 'The Club can confirm that Scott Parker will not be in the dugout for our home fixture against Southampton on Boxing Day.

Following a member of his household testing positive for Covid-19, and despite returning a negative result, Scott has been self-isolating this week in accordance with the guidance

'Matt Wells and Stuart Gray will take charge of the team on Saturday.

'Subject to returning a further negative result, Scott Parker will return to the dugout for our away fixture against Tottenham Hotspur on 30 December.'