George Best was in better health last night after undergoing a hospital examination, a spokesman said.
Prof Roger Williams, the consultant treating Best (54), said the former Manchester United and Northern Ireland player's health had improved, following fears that he had started drinking again.
However Prof Williams, a liver disease specialist, said arrangements were being made for Best to undergo additional treatment at Cromwell Hospital, London, in the next few weeks.
Best has been warned by doctors that even one more drink could be fatal.
A hospital statement last night said: "Mr Best's health has improved and arrangements are being made for additional treatment over the next few weeks".
