Owen linked with Red Devils

02 July 2009 22:20
Manchester United are reportedly interested in out-of-contract Newcastle United striker Michael Owen.[LNB] Owen is looking for a new club after allowing his Magpies deal to expire and a number of Premier League clubs are considering a move.[LNB]The likes of Hull City and Stoke City have signalled their intent to bring him in but it now seems Premier League champions Manchester United have also entered the chase.[LNB]Sky Bet have slashed their odds on the 29-year-old moving to Old Trafford amid claims that tentative talks have taken place between Owen's representatives and United officials.[LNB]Sir Alex Ferguson is keen to bolster his strike-force following the departures of Carlos Tevez and Cristiano Ronaldo[LNB]Karim Benzema had appeared to be a primary target but the Frenchman is now on his way to big-spending Real Madrid.[LNB]Free agent Owen would be a much cheaper option but United have yet to make any comment on the reports.[LNB]

Source: SKY_Sports