INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Last updated : 11 February 2003 By editor

Most of the squad are away this week, with RvN facing JSV in a friendly on Wednesday.

Roy Keane might be able to rest though as Ireland manager Kerr when asked about Keane replied.

"I've had no phone calls and I've not heard anything from Roy."

Giggs has reported to the Wales camp, although reports suggest he has a calf strain and will not play.

Paul Scholes is England's main injury worry ahead of Wednesday's friendly against Australia at Upton Park. He has a groin strain.

Fergie on Fabien said:

"Fabien started running again on Friday but it is a sore one,he was fifty-fifty for the derby and we expect him to be ready for the cup tie against Arsenal."