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Manchester United winger Nani could be set to face Marseille on Tuesday after returning to training.

Nani suffered a gash in his leg in a high challenge from Jamie Carragher during the 3-1 defeat at Liverpool, and Sir Alex Ferguson had said on Friday that he would not be available for United until after the international break.

However, Ferguson revealed this weekend that Nani has recovered more quickly than expected and could be available for Tuesday's Champions League tie at Old Trafford.

"Nani has had the stitches removed and has a chance for Tuesday," he said. "He's done some work on the bike, but the problem is that he hasn't trained yet."

Nani did make a return to training on Monday morning, though, and now looks likely to be included in the squad.

Ji-Sung Park, recovering from a hamstring injury, was taking part in separate fitness work with one of the coaches, while Owen Hargreaves - who sustained a hamstring injury six minutes into his comeback in November - was training with the reserves.

"I think the key is to have everyone available; it would be nice to get that," said Ferguson. "Ji-Sung Park is in good progress now and hopefully we'll have him back by Saturday. Hargreaves started training this morning, so you never know we may have him back towards the end of the season. It doesn't matter how many players have been injured in the past, the important thing is to have them all available for the run in. If we do that it definitely increases our chances."

Michael Carrick and Michael Owen were also at Carrington after their calf and knee injuries, but Rio Ferdinand was nowhere to be seen. Ferguson has said he will not be fit until after the international break.

Darren Fletcher also missed out on the session due to a virus.

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