Horan ‘in the mix’ for showdown with Saints

MARCUS HORAN is “in the selection mix” for Friday night’s crucial Heineken Cup Pool Six showdown with Northampton Saints, according to Munster coach Tony McGahan.

Horan, who underwent a medical procedure for a minor heart ailment before Christmas, was yesterday included in McGahan’s squad for the first time since their home Heineken Cup clash with Benetton Treviso in mid-October.

The 32-year-old prop had his first competitive game in 11 weeks in Shannon’s AIL Division 1A victory over Dolphin at Coonagh on Saturday and McGahan is delighted to have the Irish international available again.