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Colombia boss Jose Pekerman has backed Falcao's Manchester United career to catch light after the international break.

The 28-year-old forward has made a quiet start to life at Old Trafford after his deadline day loan move, with rumours about a knee injury rumbling on.

But Pekerman has dismissed those fears and backed the Monaco forward to become a Reds record breaker.

Pekerman, whose side defeated USA 2-1 at Craven Cottage on Friday, told the Daily Mail: "There is no doubt he is in optimal condition. He's recovered very successfully. He done everything perfectly. This is a small muscular injury, it is different to the knee injury before the World Cup.

"He's in a good condition and could be ready for Arsenal. He hasn't even started yet. He will be one of the best players Manchester United have had and will break a lot of records in England."

United take on Arsenal at the Emirates in the late kick off on Saturday.

See where Falcao came in our Manchester Ballon d'Or awards.