Manchester United star Juan Mata wants footballers to do more during the coronavirus crisis.

The outbreak of COVID-19 has lead to drastic measures around the world, along with thousands of deaths.

Mata believes that given how much they earn, footballers are in a position to help the relevant organizations during the outbreak.

"It's been heartening to see many positive responses from players and other football leaders to the current crisis, but it can be also hard to know what to do to help effectively those who need it most. We are suffering a stark reminder of how interdependent we all are," Mata said in a statement.

"To overcome coronavirus, and the other challenges facing humanity, we need to coordinate individual efforts and work together as a team.

"I'm urging not only my Common Goal teammates, but also all other players and football leaders from around the world to unite and help tackle this crisis, and at the same time use this as a catalyst to play a key role in tackling the other challenges humanity faces. Together we can beat this."