MANCHESTER — Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui has undergone a corrective heart procedure after experiencing palpitations but is expected to be available to play in the next few weeks, according to team sources.
Mazraoui withdrew on Monday from the Morocco squad for two Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against the Central African Republic on Saturday and Tuesday.
Mazraoui heart procedure
⚠️ Man Utd fullback Noussair Mazraoui has successfully undergone a minor precautionary corrective procedure after experiencing palpitations.
This is a relatively common condition as he’s expected to make a full recovery and be available for selection within the next few weeks. pic.twitter.com/B9mr4ql0oc— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 10, 2024
The 26-year-old has started all seven of United's Premier League games this season and nine of the 10 matches he has been available for after arriving from Bayern Munich in August.
He came off at halftime in United's 0-0 draw with Aston Villa on Sunday.
United have a number of defenders currently absent with Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia sidelined with injuries.
(Reporting by Lori Ewing, Editing by Toby Davis)
