05/12/2003

Man Utd boss treated for heart complaint

Manchester United Manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, has received treatment in hospital for a minor heart irregularity.

The condition was described as similar to Tony Blair's who last month was also admitted briefly for hospital treatment.

According to a Manchester United spokesperson, the procedure "went well" and Sir Alex is expected to return to work this morning.

"The treatment revealed he has no underlying heart problem," the spokesperson added.

The condition is often triggered by stress, which part and parcel of life as a premiership football manager.

Man Utd are currently third in the league, lying four points behind Chelsea and three adrift of Arsenal.

(gmcg)

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