It’s self-isolation for legend Maradona after Covid-19 scare.

BUENOS AIRES: Argentina great Diego Maradona, who turns 60 tomorrow, is self-isolating after a bodyguard started displaying coronavirus symptoms, local press reported.

A bodyguard “woke up with Covid-19 symptoms and went into preventative quarantine until the relevant tests are carried out,” said sports newspaper Ole.

“Just in case and until there is more information, Maradona will remain confined at home,” added the Pagina/12 website, quoting “inside sources.”

Maradona, who led Argentina to World Cup glory in 1986, is currently the coach of Argentine first division outfit Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata who are due to play Patronato tomorrow.

Pagina/12 said he would undergo a rapid test today to see if he has the virus.

Maradona, who has a history of drug and alcohol abuse and poor health, is considered at high risk of coronavirus complications should he be infected.

He has suffered two heart attacks in the past and contracted hepatitis.

Several weeks ago he went into self-isolation after one of his players contracted the coronavirus and last week he skipped training again.

■ LAUSANNE: FIFA president Gianni infantino has contracted coronavirus, the world’s governing body announced.

The 50-year-old has mild symptoms and will remain in isolation for a further 10 days.

“All people who came into contact with the FIFA president during the last few days have been informed accordingly and they are being requested to take the necessary steps,” the body said.

“FIFA sincerely wish President infantino a speedy recovery,” they added.