The South Korean midfielder has not played for the Red Devils since suffering a knee injury against Blackburn Rovers in March but United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is optimistic he will be back in action soon.

Ferguson said: "Park Ji-Sung is now training with the first team and should be ready in a couple of weeks.

"He'll be back in the fold in about two weeks' time, I think.

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"He's a terrific young player and his return will be a great boost for us.

"He gives us more options going forward, which is good news."

Park could be involved as early as the home match with Everton on 23rd December.