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Man Utd to unleash Berbatov on Arsenal

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson says striker Dimitar Berbatov is ready to play again after a slight groin strain.

The Premier League's leading scorer, with 21, has been absent from the past three United outings but is likely to be deployed for the Emirates Stadium clash with Arsenal on Sunday.

"Dimitar is fit again," said Ferguson.

"He had a slight groin strain but he has trained all week."

In addition to the Bulgarian forward, United will also have Scottish midfielder Darren Fletcher back in the squad after he got through half a reserves match but it is more likely he will play some part in the Champions League clash with Schalke on Wednesday.

"Darren came through last night fine," he added.

"He is progressing and it is possible we could include him on Wednesday for another 45 minutes.

"It is good that he is back. He has put his weight back on. He has worked hard in the gym.

"He is a great addition to the squad."

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