‘Coronavirus made me psychotic’

By Agencies
3 May 2020, 18:00 PM
UPDATED 4 May 2020, 00:00 AM
Juventus midfielder Blaise Matuidi has revealed that his coronavirus diagnosis made him ‘psychotic’.

Juventus midfielder Blaise Matuidi has revealed that his coronavirus diagnosis made him 'psychotic'.

Matuidi was one of three Juve players to contract the infection. The Frenchman has since made a full recovery, but admitted the condition left him in 'shock, total panic'.

"Honestly, it's tough," he told YouTube channel Bros Stories. "When I tested positive, I couldn't even go out shopping. It made me psychotic.

"You always try to make sure people aren't too close, you have to be mentally strong. It'll take time, this is a new situation for all of us.

"I had no symptoms but, as soon as I heard the news, I was in shock. I was in total panic, I feared for my family and friends. It was difficult for them, but I was able to reassure them. It's not a good time, we really want this to end as soon as possible. I ask myself what will happen to football and everyday life."