“I have such beautiful and special feelings and I feel every prayer in my heart. This is a test and we’ll overcome it with your prayers and good wishes. I am fine and will be much better, God willing,” Terim, 66, said on Twitter and thanked fans for their support.<\/p>\n
Terim announced late Monday that he tested positive for the virus.<\/p>\n
In addition to coaching clubs in Italy and Turkey, Terim also managed the Turkish National Football Team, with his latest stint wrapping up in 2017.<\/p>\n
Since emerging in Wuhan, China, last December, the virus has spread to at least 172 countries and regions, according to data compiled by the U.S.-based Johns Hopkins University.<\/p>\n
The data shows there have been over 458,900 cases reported worldwide since last December, with more than 20,800 deaths and 113,600 recoveries.<\/p>\n
According to the latest official figures, the number of deaths in Turkey is 44.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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