Man Utd issue Victor Lindelof update after tests following heart scare

Victor Lindelof is wearing a heart monitor and "undergoing a series of precautionary investigations" as Manchester United monitor his progress after his withdrawal in the win over Norwich.

The Swedish international was replaced suddenly in the 74th minute of the 1-0 win at Carrow Road after appearing to be struggling to breathe.

United boss Ralf Rangnick confirmed on Saturday evening that Lindelof had complained about the issue to medical staff and detailed that his hear-rate was higher than expected.

The German said: "He doesn't remember how it happened.

"I suppose he had a collision with another player and couldn't breathe. He had problems to breathe and his heart-rate was higher than normal so we had to replace him.

"We've had him checked and had some examinations done by the doctor. And, so far, everything seems to be okay but he still seems a little bit shocked."

Lindelof, 27, duly underwent further tests on Sunday, prior to United's Carrington training base being closed down following a Covid-19 outbreak - which has seen Tuesday's Premier League fixture with Brentford called off.

Now United have confirmed on Tuesday: "Victor is currently undergoing a series of precautionary investigations.

"However, he has recovered well from the episode he experienced in the match against Norwich.

"All indications are that this is not linked to any COVID outbreak within the club."

It comes after Lindelof's wife, Maja, detailed on Monday that Lindelof - who has been vaccinated - has been fitted with a heart monitor as club medics look to ascertain precisely what happened and to ensure the player's safety.

"It was a scary match to watch and Victor was very concerned afterwards," she wrote on her blog. "Yesterday he did a lot of tests and has a heart monitor on for two days to make sure everything is OK."

She added: "Everything seems to be okay as luck would have it and we are waiting for answers to the last tests that will end tomorrow."