Paul Scholes blow for Manchester United as midfielder could miss Arsenal clash

08 December 2010 10:58
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson rates Paul Scholes as doubtful for Monday's Barclays Premier League showdown with Arsenal at Old Trafford. [LNB]The veteran midfielder has not featured since the victory over Rangers last month, when he picked up a groin injury. [LNB]Scholes had been expected to play some part in United's 1-1 draw with Valencia at Old Trafford last night (Tuesday) but, after a minor setback in training, Ferguson fears he will not be able to call upon his influential playmaker against Arsene Wenger's men. [LNB] Up against it: Veteran Scholes faces a fitness race to make the visit of Arsenal[LNB]'Paul tried training on Sunday and came off,' Ferguson told MUTV. 'He will be doubtful for next Monday.'[LNB]United are one point behind table-topping Arsenal but have a game in hand after Saturday's match with Blackpool fell victim to the weather.[LNB] Rio Ferdinand fears played down as Sir Alex Ferguson expects Manchester United defender to face ArsenalNow go and score more goals! Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson hails Anderson after his strike against ValenciaMan United 1 Valencia 1: Anderson the saviour as leveller seals top spotMANCHESTER UNITED FC

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