Eight people are reportedly set to stand trial for the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona.
The former Barcelona and Napoli star died in November 2020 following a long battle with ill health. He passed away at his Buenos Aires home while recovering from surgery for a blood clot. The news of his death triggered an outpouring of emotion from around the footballing landscape and beyond with Argentine President Alberto Fernandez declaring three days of national mourning in the country - signifying his importance to the nation.
Whilst the heartfelt tributes continued to pour in, the circumstances behind Maradona’s death have had the spotlight shone upon them, with a number of individuals now set to be called to trial. The trial over his death is anticipated to begin in late 2023 with as many as eight medical professionals set to stand.
