Scholes Op Success

Sir Alex Ferguson has declared Paul Scholes' recent knee operation a "100 per cent success".

Scholes underwent knee surgery at the back end of last month after picking up the problem in training.

"The operation Paul has had on his knee has been 100 per cent successful," Ferguson said.

"The surgeon has reported that the condition generally of his knee was excellent with no concerns.

"He will be back, refreshed and eager, in January. It will be like signing a new player in the transfer window for the second half of the season."