Manchester United Defender Undergoes Successful Heart Surgery

Manchester United defender, Noussair Mazraoui, has had a minor corrective procedure on his heart after experiencing palpitations.

The Morocco international joined the Red Devils in the summer from Bayern Munich and has been a starter in all seven of their Premier League matches this season. Manager Erik Ten Hag is facing pressure as his team picks up only eight points to sit 14th.

He was substituted at half-time of United’s 0-0 draw with Aston Villa last Sunday but Ten Hag was reluctant to reveal the severity of the problem.

Initial reports suggested that the 26-year-old might be out for approximately two months due to a diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmia.

However, the expected recovery time following his surgery is now anticipated to be significantly shorter.

The Daily Mail understands it was a ‘precautionary’ procedure that was successful, meaning Mazraoui should be available for matchday selection in a few weeks.

Cardiac arrhythmia can cause an irregular heartbeat, either faster or slower, and over two million people in the United Kingdom experience it, according to the NHS. It is a relatively common condition and people can lead a normal life if it is diagnosed and treated appropriately.

In recent years, several high-profile footballers have experienced heart issues. Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest while representing Denmark at Euro 2020, and Sergio Aguero was compelled to retire shortly after joining Barcelona due to chest discomfort.

United hasn’t officially confirmed a recovery schedule, but Ten Hag will be desperate for a quick recovery given his current woes in the full-back position.

Left-back players Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia are both currently unavailable, leaving Diogo Dalot to fill in with Mazraoui playing at right-back.

Centre-back, Harry Maguire is facing a few weeks out while Kobbie Mainoo had to withdraw from the England squad.

Leny Yoro is still recovering, Mason Mount has a head injury and Alejandro Garnacho was left out of Argentina’s roster due to discomfort in his left knee.