Paul Scholes should be back in action in three weeks after a
successful operation to cure a knee complaint.
The Reds' midfielder flew home mid-way through United's Asia Tour
on Monday after feeling some discomfort in his knee during the
Reds' win against FC Seoul in Korea last week.
Sir Alex Ferguson confirmed that the operation has gone well and he
expects to have the 32-year-old available in three weeks
time.
"Paul's exploratory operation was 100 per cent good news," said Sir
Alex.
"There was just some bruising on the cartilage. He will be back in
three weeks. He's had his pre-season and a few games, so I won't
worry about that."
Providing his recuperation goes as planned, Scholes could be
available for the Manchester derby at Eastlands on 19
August.