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Neville seeks United return

09 Jul 2007 - 10:29:01

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Manchester United right-back Gary Neville is hoping to be back to full fitness for the start of the Red Devils' defence of their Premier League title.

The 32-year-old England international missed the final two months of last season due to an ankle problem, but is hoping to be fit and raring to go by mid-August.

He commented: "I had an operation on my ankle about five to six weeks ago.

"I have been training really hard and feeling really strong and hoping I am fit for the start of the season, because I am longing to play.

"I need to get fit as soon as possible because I love playing for Manchester United.

"Nobody thought Manchester United would win the Premier League last season, but they underestimated us.

"Last season we played the best football, the most attacking and entertaining football and we deserved to win the trophy."