Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney is doubtful for this weekend's Premier League clash with Balckburn Rovers, but should be fit for England's upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Rooney limped out of Manchester United's 3-0 win over Aalborg in the Champions League midweek, and the club have released a statement confirming that the player will be sidelined this weekend through an ankle injury.
United are due to face-off against Blackburn Rovers on Saturday, and it is extremely unlikely that Rooney will take part.
Fabio Capello, the England manager, will be hopeful that Rooney recovers in time for the World Cup qualification double header against Kazakhstan and Belarus on the week of the 11th of October.
However, Rooney's club are optimistic about his prognosis, and insist that he will be ready for national service.
A statement from Manchester United reads: "Wayne has an ankle injury and is considered doubtful for Saturday's game against Blackburn, but he should recover in time for England's forthcoming matches."
Peter Staunton
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