Hargreaves slowly nearing return

08 October 2009 10:44
Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves believes his injury nightmare is almost at an end as he targets a return to action in the near future.[LNB]The England international played his last match for the Red Devils in September 2008 and has since had two knee operations.[LNB]However, he returned to the club's Carrington training complex a fortnight ago after long-term rehabilitation in Colorado under the watchful eye of renowned knee surgeon Dr Richard Steadman and that has boosted his hopes about playing again.[LNB]"It is difficult to say an exact date but I do feel I can see light at the end of the tunnel now," the 28-year-old told the Manchester Evening News. "Coming back to Manchester was a big step. Having people from United around me also makes me realise I am getting closer.[LNB]"I am coming back to have a massive effect and to play well and for us to win titles. It is not about getting back for one game or for one day, I want to come back and be back for another six or eight years.[LNB]"I have thought about playing again a lot. It is human nature to have doubts obviously. I had little moments but I never had one moment of major doubt that I'd be back."

Source: Eurosport