By Adam Evans
An Irish Liverpool fan attacked outside Anfield has regained consciousness after nearly three months.
Sean Cox, 53 from County Meath has been recovering in hospital after he was left in a coma.
He was subjected to a serious assault before the Reds Champions League clash with Roma.
An update has been posted on the electric.ie stating: "Sean has regained consciousness and is undergoing dedicated rehabilitation. Recovery is progressing positively but very slowly.
"His colleagues in Precision Cables are overwhelmed by the support and good wishes for Sean and his family that they receive on a daily basis.
"They would like once again to ask that you keep him in your prayers and that he will continue on his road to recovery."
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