Real target Tevez

Real target Tevez

James Robson
17/10/2008

CARLOS Tevez is being targeted by Real Madrid.

The Spanish giants, who are set to come again for Cristiano Ronaldo, have been heartened by rumours that Tevez is not happy with his form in the Premier League.

Although the Argentina striker was quick to point out last night: "I have not given any interviews saying I have any difficulties in the Premier League. I am very happy at Manchester United.

"I want to help the team win and am not worried where I play on the pitch."

Also monitoring developments at Old Trafford are Manchester City, who, boosted by the £210m Arab takeover, could also make a move for the forward.

Repeatedly

United have repeatedly stressed that they will pay the remaining £25m to make Tevez's loan deal permanent as planned next year and that they won't be going back on the agreement struck with the player's owners MIS.

Real, though, have been reported to be ready to bid for Tevez, who could yet be a free agent by the end of January if United have a change of heart.

Sir Alex Ferguson is sure to dismiss the Spaniards' latest designs on one of his star players, and has long expressed his determination to keep Tevez.

But the 24-year-old looks likely to face further frustration in his bid to add to his one goal so far this term.

The Reds boss is unlikely to break up the forward line of Wayne Rooney, fresh from his England exploits, and Dimitar Berbatov for the visit of West Brom.

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