Borussia Dortmund star Shinji Kagawa has confirmed he has held talks with Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
The Japan international rejected the offer of a new contract with Dortmund as he sets his sights on a move to the Premier League.
And the Red Devils appear to the head the queue for the midfielder's signature after he exchanged "good words" with Ferguson during a two-hour meeting.
"It was good that I was able to meet him in person and talk," Kagawa told reporters on his return to Japan to prepare for the international friendly against Azerbaijan.
"I want to think hard before making my decision. I want a team where I can take on challenges."
The 23-year-old, who is expected to command a fee in the region of £10m, has also been linked with Chelsea, Arsenal and AC Milan.
what do you think?
wayne ainscough
...smells more like another asian marketing move to me...
Mat Eaton
I've seen him play. Good young player and he will shift some shirts in Japan. Happy days!!!!
Jamie Gormley
9:52am on 16/5/2012
seams a good player and for that money you cant moan. a true bargain for a young gifted player