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Report: Manchester United Eyeing Huracan Starlet Javier Pastore

The promising Argentine midfielder is thought to have turned down a move to the Red Devils in the past...

Jun 16, 2009 9:47:25 AM

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According to a report in the British tabloid The Sun, Premier League giants Manchester United are hoping to tie up a deal for Huracan's Javier Pastore during the close-season.

In April, the promising 19-year-old's agent claimed that he had turned down the opportunity to move to Old Trafford in a deal worth €10 million (£8.8m).

If true, it seems that has not put the Red Devils off pursuing the 6ft 1in midfielder as it is said they are at the head of a queue of clubs looking to acquire his services.

The former Talleres starlet has also been linked with Italian duo Lazio and Palermo, while it is now thought that fellow Serie A club Milan as well as European champions Barcelona are in the hunt for his signature.

To date, Pastore has scored eight goals in 27 appearances for Huracan.

Ricky Brooks, Goal.com