Manchester United’s summer signing, Noussair Mazraoui, is expected to be out for two months after being diagnosed with a rare heart condition.
According to Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, the £17 million signing is sidelined due to cardiac arrhythmia, an irregular heartbeat. Mazraoui reportedly underwent a procedure to treat the condition, with sources suggesting he has experienced heart issues in the past.
The report indicates that Mazraoui could take up to four weeks to resume light activities following corrective surgery, with a full recovery and return to action expected within six to eight weeks.
Cardiac arrhythmia occurs when the heart beats irregularly, too fast, or too slow. According to the NHS, more than 2 million people in the UK live with arrhythmias, and with proper diagnosis, most can lead normal lives. While arrhythmias can’t always be prevented, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can reduce the risk of heart conditions.
In January 2023, Mazraoui was diagnosed with heart tissue inflammation after contracting Covid-19 while playing for Bayern Munich. This condition caused him to miss Morocco’s World Cup quarter-final win over Portugal. Medical tests later revealed that his pericardium, the fluid-filled sac surrounding the heart, had become inflamed.