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Akinfeev open to United move

11 Sep 2009 - 10:05:11

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CSKA Moscow goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev has welcomed reports linking him with a potential move to Manchester United.

Akinfeev, 23, is rumoured to be on United boss Sir Alex Ferguson's radar as he considers a long-term replacement for current number one Edwin van der Sar.

Arsenal and Bayern Munich have also been mentioned as possible suitors for the international keeper, but Akinfeev has admitted a move to Old Trafford would be an appealing proposition.

"CSKA is a great club but every player would love to prove their worth at United," he told The Sun.

Akinfeev has won 35 international caps for Russia and has been part of three Russian Premier League winning sides during his time in Moscow.