Diego Maradona Gives Update On His Health After Undergoing Surgery For Stomach Bleed

Diego Maradona has reassured fans he is “fine” after fears mounted regarding his health.

It was reported on Friday the 58-year-old had been hospitalised in Buenos Aires after suffering a stomach bleed.

Maradona’s daughter , Dalma, dismissed rumours of a serious illness as false and offered assurances that he would soon be back at home.

Maradona was filmed being driven away from hospital hours later and has since posted a message on social media to thank his followers for their concern. “I want to thank you for the messages of encouragement,” he wrote on Instagram. “I’m sorry to have worried you for no reason. I want to tell you that nothing happened, that I’m fine.Today, I am looking after my grandchildren Benja, Dieguito Matias, and my son Diego Fernando. I send you all a kiss!”