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Ferguson confirms interest in Adu | |
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Sir Alex Ferguson says Manchester United are keen on signing Freddy Adu. | |
The 17-year-old American is due at United for a two-week trial and could sign in the January transfer window. | |
Asked if he was interested in signing the DC United forward, Ferguson said: "I think so, he's only young but we have known of him for a long time. | |
"We tried to get him here some years ago but he signed for DC United and that stopped the progress of us keeping tabs on him." | |
United initially rejected reports that Adu would visit Old Trafford, however, it has now emerged that negotiations are under way. | |
Adu has also been linked with Chelsea and could be available in January, providing a fee can be agreed with MLS, who own his registration. | |
DC United's domestic season ended at the weekend after they lost a play-off at the hands of New England Revolution. | DC United's domestic season ended at the weekend after they lost a play-off at the hands of New England Revolution. |
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After the game Adu said there had been "some serious talks" that could lead to him playing elsewhere next year and his comments heightened speculation over his future. | After the game Adu said there had been "some serious talks" that could lead to him playing elsewhere next year and his comments heightened speculation over his future. |
"I'd like to be back but my ultimate goal is to go overseas and if it comes sooner rather than later, I'll take it," he added. | |
Adu has played three seasons for DC United, having joined them at the age of 14. | Adu has played three seasons for DC United, having joined them at the age of 14. |
Although there is only one year remaining on his contract with MLS, there is an option for two more for the Ghana-born player, who has been hailed as the great hope of American soccer. | Although there is only one year remaining on his contract with MLS, there is an option for two more for the Ghana-born player, who has been hailed as the great hope of American soccer. |