He initially stayed in Manchester for treatment at the weekend before linking up with his United team-mates at their warm-weather training camp in Dubai on Monday.

The World Cup winner was pictured taking part in a training session on Tuesday and Solskjaer gave a positive update on the player.

He said in quotes on United's official website: "Paul has had his knock and has had a few days of treatment back home.

"Hopefully, we can get Paul on his feet during this week."

Solskjaer faces a shortage of options in defence this weekend, with Marcos Rojo set to be sidelined for longer than anticipated.

The Argentinian was sent home to continue his recovery in Manchester, which is a blow for Solskjaer as Eric Bailly is suspended for the Tottenham trip while Chris Smalling has a sore foot.

Solskjaer added: "Marcos has gone back home because his injury is taking a bit longer than we thought."

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