Next Game

A-League All Stars v Man Utd

Saturday, 20 July 2013, 16:00

Friendly Match

The Hawthorns

Last Game

West Brom 5 - 5 Man Utd

Sunday, 19 May 2013, 16:00

Barclays Prem

Ferguson considers Wanyama

Sky Sports understands that Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson made a personal check on Celtic's Victor Wanyama, and is now weighing up a bid for the midfielder.

Last Updated: 24/01/13 at 10:35 Post Comment

Victor Wanyama: Scored in front of Sir Alex Ferguson on Tuesday

Victor Wanyama: Scored in front of Sir Alex Ferguson on Tuesday

Wanyama has been one of the stars of the season and has played a huge part in Celtic's progression beyond the Champions League group stages.

The Scottish champions have been trying to tie him down to a new deal but, with no agreement on the horizon, a host of England's top clubs have been tracking his progress.

Now, after receiving glowing reports from his scouts, including his brother Martin - his chief scout - Ferguson took the chance to watch him in action against Dundee United and Wanyama impressed by scoring in a 4-0 win.

Now United are believed to be one of a number of clubs who could yet make a late swoop for Wanyama, with Arsenal, Tottenham and Liverpool all believed to be keeping close tabs on him although it is understood a move for the Celtic ace would need to be made by the weekend.

However, Sky Sports understands that, because Wanyama is Kenyan, his work permit, which is more than likely to be granted, would need to go to appeal as his country are ranked outside the world's top 70, which is a criteria set in the UK.

So, in order to finalise a deal for Wanyama, a bid would need to be made prior to next Thursday's deadline and most likely by the weekend to give the process enough time to be completed.

Related News

Sky Bet

    • Retrieving latest Sky Bet odds

Most Commented

Readers' Comments

P

erfect replacement for Carragher. Slow, average when he was at his best, now well past it. Would just slot straight in! :)

rez plus
Liverpool eye Kolo move - Report

T

rue. Stoke, Sunderland and Swindon also showed no interest in him.

udangapi
Carra puzzled by no interest

H

ang on, why are journalists asking a manager who has never won a major honour for his opinion on a manger who has won two European Cups and league titles in four different countries?

darcy_171
Sam backs 'mature' Mourinho

Footer 365

Premier League: Manchester United top TV earners with record £60.8million

Manchester United earned a record £60.8million in Premier League TV money after winning the title this season.

Cottagers set to bag Boateng

Fulham are reportedly set to complete the signing of Ghana international Derek Boateng, handing him a two-year contract.

Serie A: No Napoli offer for Rafael Benitez but Edin Dzeko is a target

Napoli chief Aurelio De Laurentiis has denied that he has held talks with Rafa Benitez, but admits he wants Edin Dzeko.

Mail Box

Should Chelsea Be Worried About Jose Return?

After a disappointing end to his three years at Real Madrid, could Jose Mourinho struggle to bring immediate success if he completes his anticipated return to Chelsea?

What Would United Be Like In The Pub?

The Premier League season has only been over for about 20 hours and already we're well into the summer-type Mailbox. Plus, a shout for the 2014 player of the year...

© 2013 British Sky Broadcasting Ltd. All Rights Reserved