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Sami Khedira Won't Play vs. Atletico Madrid in UCL with Atrial Arrhythmia

Sami Khedira is set to miss Juventus' UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first-leg clash at Atletico Madrid, with the German absent due to atrial arrhythmia.

The Old Lady are set to travel to Spain on Wednesday, but Khedira was left behind for further tests to be performed.

Juve announced the midfielder's heart issue on Tuesday, with manager Massimiliano Allegri confirming his travelling squad (h/t Calciomercato.com).

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.

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