Anderson is set to see action for Manchester United tonight against Carling Cup opponents Scunthorpe United.

Anderson is also expected to make his first start of the season now that he has recovered from a cruciate ligament injury.

The Brazilian's relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson has been strained at times over the last year but the United manager is hoping his player can re-establish himself in midfield,

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