Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has reassured Michael Owen that he remains an important part of his plans this season.
Owen started United's 3-1 Community Shield success over Chelsea a fortnight ago, but did not feature in the season-opening victory against Newcastle United.
The former Newcastle, Real Madrid and Liverpool ace has entered the last year of his two-year deal at Old Trafford and there had been fears that Javier Hernandez's arrival could hinder Owen's chances even further.
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