Luiz Suarez is 'evolving well' after knee surgery as he bids to be fit for World Cup 2014

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Uruguay's star striker Luiz Suarez is 'evolving well' says the national team doctor on Monday following knee surgery last week. Suarez is believed to have picked up the knock in Liverpool's last league game of the season and had an operation last Thursday. In the spotlight: Luis Suarez is mobbed by fans as he leaves hospital following knee surgery.

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