Manchester United ramp up bid for Mario Gotze

15 February 2011 22:30
Manchester United have intensified their interest in Borussia Dortmund teenager Mario Gotze. [LNB]The 18-year-old has cemented his place in Dortmund's first team this season with former midfielder Matthias Sammer hailing him as one of the best talents to come out of Germany. [LNB] In demand: United are keen to sign Dortmund star Mario Gotze[LNB]Gotze, an attacking midfielder who has also picked up two full capswith Germany, is valued at around ?10million and Dortmund will sell. United have watched him extensively and will mull over a summer offer. [LNB]Meanwhile, the club have confirmed that Ji Sung Park will be out forfour weeks with a hamstring injury picked up in training last Friday,as revealed in Sportsmail. [LNB] Blow for Man United's trophy hunt as Park is ruled out for a monthManchester United boosted by crock Valencia's return to trainingEngland veteran Beckham stunned as judge dismisses 'cheat' libel claimsManchester United FC news from across the web  Explore more:Places: Germany

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