Wayne Rooney is slated to return to Manchester United on Sunday against West Ham, after missing five games due to a hamstring injury.

Alex Ferguson said last Friday that Rooney will be listed as a substitute for England’s friendly against Spain in Seville next Wednesday. Ferguson added that he will notify coach Fabio Capello about Rooney’s physical condition, and will leave it up to the coach how many minutes Rooney plays.

“I have not spoken to Fabio but I hope to do so in order to explain the situation,” Ferguson told Press Association. “He can then decide after dialogue with the physios whether it is worth taking Wayne to Seville. I have no strong issue with that. It is a question of whether he would play or be a substitute, which is the same position as I am in.”

 In spite of Rooney’s absence, Manchester has managed to win matches. The team advanced two points in the win-loss cards. However, the return of Rooney will provide an invaluable boost to the club.