Diego Maradona showing signs of improvement after brain surgery, says doctor

Dr Leopoldo Luque has said that Maradona “laughed” and “grabbed my hand” just a day after he had the procedure.

Diego Maradona is said to be in good spirits following a brain operation. Picture: Martin Rickett/PA

Diego Maradona is already showing signs of improvement after undergoing an operation for possible bleeding on his brain.

Dr Leopoldo Luque, the 60-year-old Argentinian’s personal physician, has said that Maradona “laughed” and “grabbed my hand” just a day after he had the procedure.