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Ryan Taylor has started training again for the first time since suffering a double injury nightmare.

The Scouser was close to a return to the first team 12 months ago when he broke down with a second cruciate knee problem in the space of one season.

Originally hurt against Atromitos in the Europa League play-off win back in August 2012, Taylor was eyeing a return last April.

However, he was hurt in training and has not kicked a ball in anger this term.

Taylor though Tweeted: “Today’s session was a big step in the right direction, first day back with my boots on.”

United have utilised Taylor as a scout and had him working with the reserve team to develop his coaching skills.

Now the ex-Tranmere and Wigan man was back on the training fields of Benton today.

He may not make an appearance in the last two games but for Alan Pardew he will be able to welcome back the utility man for pre-season training in July.