Marko Arnautovic 100 per cent fit for Manchester United clash, says West Ham boss Manuel Pellegrini
Marko Arnautovic is 100 per cent fit ahead of West Hams Premier League clash with Manchester United on Saturday, manager Manuel Pellegrini has confirmed.
Austrian striker Arnautovic hobbled off during West Hams vital victory over Everton two weeks ago and missed last weekends draw at home to Chelsea.
But the 29-year-old returned to training on Wednesday and Pellegrini expects him to face Jose Mourinhos Red Devils this weekend.
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Marko worked on Wednesday, the Hammers boss said. He worked with the squad, so I think he is 100 per cent fit for tomorrow.
After a dismal start to the new season, West Ham have enjoyed a promising few weeks, beating Everton and securing a hard-fought draw against Chelsea.
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During the week, they sealed an emphatic 8-0 victory against Macclesfield Town in the Carabao Cup.
West Ham have conceded just twice in their last four games and Pellegrini is pleased with the progress.
Im very happy, not only for Fabian and Diop, but also Angelo Ogbonnas performance on Wednesday, he added.
I think we are defensively improving. I knew Diop well. He was the captain of Toulouse.
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I told him he needed to know a bit more about the Premier League, but I was absolutely sure he would be a success here. Its the same with Balbuena.
Mourinhos Manchester United travel to east London having been knocked out of the Carabao Cup by Derby County in midweek.
On his opposing manager, Pellegrini said: Everyone changes over the years. I think Jose continues to be a top manager. Hes had a brilliant career.
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