AC Milan director Paolo Maldini is confident of a quick recovery from coronavirus.

Both Paolo and son Daniel Maldini were confirmed with coronavirus over the weekend.

“With this video I wanted to thank all those people who expressed via social media and messages their love and also their concern for my and my son's health," Maldini Snr posted to social media.

“We're fine, we should be able to rid ourselves of this virus within a week. Thanks for your affection, which is truly never lacking.

“I also want to thank all those doctors, nurses, health workers, civil guards and law enforcement officers who are facing this emergency with the utmost professionalism and huge courage.

“Once again, you make us feel proud to be Italian. Thanks again."