"I have great memories of Villa Park as a semi-final venue.
"I have managed a team there three times and have yet to be beaten. We beat Crystal Palace, Chelsea and Arsenal there so it's good for us."
United admit the Gunners have overtaken them on the pitch this season, but say their Highbury rivals will never be able to challenge their financial dominance.
Finance director Nick Humby said: "They have caught us up competitively on the field this season. But they are playing catch-up in a number of areas - not just in stadium size but the whole brand and exploitation of the whole brand around the world."
In a demonstration of United's continuing financial muscle, they were today linked with a £10m move for Dutch midfielder Rafael van der Vaart.
Instead of the much anticipated Thierry Henry v Ruud Van Nistelrooy showdown tomorrow, it could be Jeremie Aliadiere v Diego Forlan.
Henry looks certain to miss the match as Arsene Wenger juggles his squad for a history-making treble bid. United are rushing Forlan back from international duty with Uruguay because of concerns over Van Nistelrooy's fitness.
The Dutch international was rested by his country for their friendly against France because of a knee injury and Ferguson initially allowed Forlan to miss tomorrow's game after playing for Uruguay two days ago.
Robert Pires is also a candidate for a substitutes' role tomorrow. Gael Clichy continues as Ashley Cole's deputy.
