Tevez hopes for United deal
16 May 2008 - 14:51:57
Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez would "love" to sign a permanent contract with the Red Devils.
The Argentina international is currently on loan at Old Trafford, but has spoken of his happiness in the Premier League and his desire to pen a full-time contract with the newly-crowned champions.
Tevez has scored 19 times in 47 appearances since joining United from West Ham last summer.
United reportedly have an agreement in place with the striker's third-party owners to make the deal permanent for around £25million.
"I would certainly love to extend my contract, I am very happy here," the 24-year-old told the club's official website. "I would go and sign right now if the opportunity was there.
"From day one, everyone has treated me well and the fans even shout 'Argentina', which has made me feel right at home.
"That is why I am so happy here. Now to have the opportunity to win two big trophies is fantastic. The atmosphere around the squad is amazing.
"A lot of South Americans prefer to play in Italy or Spain when they move to Europe.
"Maybe one day I'll play in La Liga, but I'm really pleased that I came to England.
"This is the best league in the world and I'm amongst some of the best footballers in the world. I'm really happy about that."