Owen Hargreaves insists long-time suitors Manchester United are the 'only
team' he wants to join.
The Bayern Munich and England midfielder has been linked with a move to the Premiership leaders since his strong performances at last summer's
World Cup.
United's initial approaches for Hargreaves were rebuffed by Bayern, but it is
thought they might be willing to do business at the end of the season.
And the 26-year-old has outlined his excitement at the prospect of moving to
the Old Trafford club.
'United are the only team I want to join,' he told the
News of the World.
'They have invested so much time and energy in me.
'It's very rare to see a transfer drag on like this.
'A football team is a puzzle with different pieces and and you need to find
the right pieces and the right mix.
'United believe I am the final piece in their puzzle and that is an honour
for me.'
Hargreaves admits the protracted negotiations have put him in a tricky
position in Germany, but insists his determination to seal a 'dream' move
remains undimmed.
He added: 'It has been a difficult political situation. My position is very
different and I couldn't compare it to any other player.
'It is not as though I am chasing money in Greece or Spain. There is a reason
for me wanting to join United - I play for England and my family are from the
north west.
'I love Bayern Munich. I have grown up in Germany but I'm the only England
player never to have played in England and Manchester United want to take me
home.
'That prospect is a dream, especially when you look at the United team and
the football they play.
'Once you are with the club you are connected with them for life.'
