Bitton was part of the Israel squad which lost 5-3 to Scotland in Thursday’s Euro 2020 playoff game at Hampden Park in Glasgow.

Earlier, Ryan Christie went into self-isolation after coming in contact with Scotland team mate Stuart Armstrong who tested positive for COVID-19, while forward Odsonne Edouard also returned a positive result when playing for France’s Under-21 team.

"Clearly, recent events during this international period are very concerning and frustrating," said a club statement. "The current situation has presented huge challenges for all within football and wider society which we do not underestimate in any way."