Source: Team_Talk
Hildebrand hoping for Prem move
Timo Hildebrand's agent claims his client would welcome the chance to try his luck in England, with Fulham and Wigan reportedly interested.[LNB] The German keeper is currently available as a free agent after parting company with Hoffenheim at the end of last season.[LNB]He is keen to find new employment before the start of the 2010/11 campaign and has set his sights on a move to the Premier League.[LNB]SPL outfit Celtic were reported to have shown interest at one stage, but Hoops boss Neil Lennon has distanced himself from such talk.[LNB]Reports now suggest that Wigan and Fulham are keen on the Germany international, with both clubs looking to bolster their keeping ranks.[LNB]Hildebrand's representative admits the 31-year-old shot-stopper would be willing to discuss such a switch and is hopeful a deal can be struck.[LNB]"He is very keen to challenge himself in the English game," said Martin Stopper. "Hildebrand feels the time is right to play in the Premier League."[LNB]Hildebrand, who has seven international caps to his name, began his career with Stuttgart, making over 200 appearances for the club.[LNB]He moved on to Valencia in 2007, but lasted just 18 months in Spain before a lack of first-team action forced him to head home to Hoffenheim.
