Thursday, August 17, 2006

Hargreaves reveals "fantastic" Man Utd offer

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England midfielder Owen Hargreaves says he is weighing up a lucrative offer for his services from Manchester United.

He has only just signed a contract extension with the Bundesliga giants, but has always wanted to prove himself in England.
"The offer from Manchester United is fantastic," Hargreaves told Sport Bild.
"Particularly as an England international, it is of interest and you never know if such an opportunity will arise again.
"Now is the time to take the next step to develop even further."
Munich meanwhile, insist that the 25-year-old will remain at the Allianz Arena for the remainder of his contract.
"I have just spoken with [general manager] Uli Hoeness and he is absolutely clear that selling Owen Hargreaves is not an issue," Bayern press officer Markus Horwick stated.
"I think what Mr Hoeness says is enough to end any speculation.
"Owen Hargreaves will be staying with us for the remaining four years on his contract."