Manchester United move for Ricky van Wolfswinkel is 'no surprise'

20 October 2011 07:58
Ricky van Wolfswinkel's agent has claimed it is no surprise that Manchester United want to buy him.[LNB]The ?11million-rated Sporting Lisbon striker has caught the eye of Europe's big guns since joining them from Utrecht in the summer.[LNB] After netting six goals in seven games this season, United boss Ferguson believes he could be a hit at Old Trafford.[LNB] Wanted: Sporting Lisbon striker Ricky van Wolfswinkel (right)[LNB] [LNB]The Red Devils are monitoring Van Wolfswinkel - who would follow the same route as Crisitiano Ronaldo and Nani - ahead of making a possible move either in the January transfer window or next summer.[LNB]Louis Laros - agent to the 22-year-old - insists they has yet to be contact from United representatives.[LNB]He said: 'Ricky is doing very well with Sporting and is very happy with the club, the city and the supporters. [LNB] Keen: Alex Ferguson is keeping an eye on Ricky van Wolfswinkel[LNB]'For him everything is perfect, for me this rumour is not it is not a surprise but I have not spoken with anybody.[LNB]'It is normal the kid is linked with other clubs because people watch the Portuguese Liga and as always club scouts check on the best men and today Ricky is one of the best forwards.'[LNB] EXCLUSIVE: It's Danny Welbucks! Man United to treble starlet's pay in long-term deal Nani believes incredible home form can help United to beat rivals CityCapello: England need Rooney at Euros, despite three game ban All the latest Manchester United news, features and opinion [LNB]

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