A Statement From United Captain Carrick

Manchester United captain Michael Carrick has issued the following statement via Twitter...

"I just want to clear up my situation as I've had quite a few people asking if I'm ok and why I haven't been fit over the last couple of months.

"After feeling strange during the second half of the Burton game in September, I underwent a series of tests. It turned out to be due to an irregular heart rhythm which has been fully investigated and I had a procedure called a Cardiac Ablation.

"I had to build up training steadily whilst being monitored closely but I feel fine now. I would like to reassure everyone that I'm healthy and back training hard with the team. I'm building up my fitness and aiming to be back in contention for selection soon. Thanks for your support."

We wish Michael well and look forward to seeing him back on the pitch soon.