Fergie:
"Nicky is the seventh player we have had to send for an operation this season," said manager Sir Alex Ferguson, speaking after United's 1-1 draw with Aston Villa at Old Trafford.
"We sent him for a scan and unfortunately, he will have to undergo an operation on Tuesday."
But Wes should be back in a couple of weeks:
"He has come back a little bit quicker than we thought and I think he will play his first game the week after next.
"I just hope the lad gets a break now, stays clear of injuries and gets on with a long spell of playing because he is a tremendous player.
"He has a smashing temperament and I have never had any fears about how he would handle the situation. All he needs is a bit of luck."
Giggs will not travel to Cyprus either after a knock on the knee.