Soccer: Milan sends birthday greetings to Silvio Berlusconi

Milan, 29 Sept. (AKI) - Italian Serie A side AS Milan has sent birthday good wishes its owner, prime minister Silvio Berlusconi who marks his 75th birthday on Thursday. The message described the premier as Milan's "truest fan".

"Today is the birthday of our president, Berlusconi. To our truest fan we sent the most sincere good wishes from all the The Red and Blacks," read the message, referring to one of the top side's nicknames.

"You have given us some of the biggest sporting emotions for years," the message continued.

"Thanks again president and once again - many happy returns!"

Billionaire media magnate turned politician acquired the club' in 1986 and is its acting president. His brother Paolo Berlusconi is vice-president and the premier's daughter Barbara Berlusconi is a board member.

Barbara Berlusconi is the girlfriend of 21-year-old Brazilian striker Alexandre Pato, who plays for Milan.