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Man Utd's Marouane Fellaini set for Napoli switch pending today's ankle ligament scan
NAPOLI are eagerly awaiting the result of Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini's ankle ligament scan, so they can decide whether or not to press on with a move.
Italian reports claim the Partenopei are desperate to know the extent of the damage caused to the Belgian's ankle, and will make an offer based on today's examination.
The 26-year-old was photographed using crutches after training, and will support the theories that Louis Van Gaal's fitness regimes are the reason for their recent spate of injuries.
Midfielder Marouane Fellaini's career progression so far
Whether or not the injury is season-ending, Fellaini is still expected to be on the sidelines for a lengthy period.
It is this injury, combined with just seven days of the transfer window remaining that will see United forgo a loan fee, and instead opt to have Napoli pay 100 per cent of Fellaini's £4.5m wages.
Fellaini is yet to score in a competitive game since his £27.5m switch from Everton, and has made only 16 starts after a first season plighted by injuries.
Few United fans will lament the international's exit, especially with Angel Di Maria's impending £60m drawing ever closer.
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