Friday, 31st October, 2014



Louis van Gaal has waved away speculation that Wayne Rooney is set to miss the Manchester derby on Sunday through injury.

Rooney appeared to be unfit at a sponsor event held on Monday, leading to talk that he would not play for Manchester United on Sunday against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.




However, the England captain, who is returning from a three-match ban, will play, Van Gaal has confirmed.

 


"Rooney was never injured. He shall play, he is my captain", the Dutchman told a press conference.

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However, the Red Devils will have to make do without Radamel Falcao, who is sidelined, though they do receive a boost in the form of Antonio Valencia.

"Falcao is still injured", Van Gaal explained, before adding: "I think Valencia is fit again to play."

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