Scotland defender McManus has just returned from training after missing the start of the season with a knee injury.

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The 33-year-old has just returned to training after missing most of the last two years with heel and back injuries.

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But considering he has only just returned to training, it seems unlikely he will be fit to face Tottenham next Sunday in the opening match at White Hart Lane.

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Like Brown, McManus missed the start of this season through injury and the Celtic captain has just returned to training in time to be linked with a move away from the club.

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