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Ighalo dreams Manchester United move
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Few days after ruling out the possibility of moving away from Watford, Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo, has revealed that an offer from Manchester United could tempt him to change his decision.
Speaking during a radio programme monitored in Lagos on Monday, the former Udinese player however maintained that he is not ready to return to Italy or Spain.
“Concerning my transfer speculations, it is only God that knows my next destination; because we say man proposes but God disposes.
Read also: Ighalo insists on Watford, snubs Atletico Madrid
“I have five years contract into Watford and I’m happy here, the fans love me here, I’m also enjoying my game here in
England.
“I’ve heard about the Atletico Madrid and Roma but for me, I have played for Spain and Italy before, so I am not thinking of going back to Italy or Spain now.
He added that only a dream move to his childhood team Manchester United could persuade him to leave Watford.
“I want to play for England now because this is my first season in the Premier League. I don’t think I’ll leave Watford this January, but only God knows. I don’t depend on t speculations so much because I want to concentrate on my game and keep on doing my best.”
“I can say I won’t leave and then next morning, you will hear that I have sign for Manchester United by God’s grace but you will say I’m lying,” he added.
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