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Sunderland boss David Moyes reveals Patrick van Aanholt did not play at Tottenham after 'cardiological tests'... and results only came in 35 minutes before kick-off

Daily Mail | September 20, 2016

Related Topics: David Moyes, Tottenham Hotspur F.C., Patrick van Aanholt, Sunderland A.F.C.

Patrick van Aanholt was withdrawn from the Sunderland line-up to face Tottenham on Sunday after the club were informed of the results of cardiology tests, manager David Moyes has said.

Van Aanholt disappeared from Sunderland's team 15 minutes before Sunday's 1-0 defeat before being replaced by Jason Denayer.

It is understood that has was withdrawn from the Black Cats line-up because of 'cardiological tests', which the club were informed by the FA 35 minutes before kick-off.

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Jason Denayer (centre) was drafted into the starting the line-up 15 minutes before kick-off
Jason Denayer (centre) was drafted into the starting the line-up 15 minutes before kick-off
Patrick van Aanholt looks at Denayer as the defender tells him he isn't playing
Patrick van Aanholt looks at Denayer as the defender tells him he isn't playing
van Aanholt looks on in confusion
The former Chelsea player can not hide his confusion after the change in plan
Sunderland star double checks to see if he heard right
Sky Sports were told that Van Aanholt was injured on Sunday afternoon
Sky Sports were told that Van Aanholt was injured on Sunday afternoon
David Moyes is also shown in conversation with referee Mike Dean over the switch
David Moyes is also shown in conversation with referee Mike Dean over the switch
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