Berbatov out for two weeks

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The Bulgarian suffered the problem during the 2-0 Barclays Premier League defeat at Fulham two weeks ago.

He subsequently pulled out of his country's World Cup qualifying double-header against the Republic of Ireland and Cyprus, and he will play no part in Sunday's league clash against Aston Villa.

"It's probably going to be another two weeks," said Ferguson. "Hopefully he will be back training with us at the end of next week and he will be okay after that."

It leaves Ferguson with a major selection headache for Sunday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa as Wayne Rooney is also out through suspension.

Should the prognosis prove correct, the 28-year-old will also crucially miss both legs of the Champions League quarter-final against Porto and next weekend's league trip to Sunderland.

It would put him in line for a return in the FA Cup semi-final against Everton on April 19, but the talented frontman will undoubtedly be missed a crucial stage in the season.

Should Liverpool avoid defeat at Fulham on Saturday, United could find themselves knocked off the top of the table heading into the match with Villa.

Berbatov has scored 13 times in 33 appearances for the Red Devils since joining from Tottenham for £30million last summer.