Man Utd to table big money offer for Real Madrid midfielder Diarra

07.01.11 | tribalfootball.com

Manchester United are preparing a £14 million offer for unsettled Real Madridmidfielder Lassana Diarra.

The Guardian says Diarra is believed to be keen on a move to Old Trafford.

Reports in Spain have said Diarra has asked for a new contract despite playing only a bit-part first-team role. The 25-year-old could then use the lack of a new deal from Madrid to seek a return to England.

Madrid have publicly stated there will be no transfer activity at the Bernabéu this month. However, they would almost certainly accept £14m, which is £3m more than was originally reported as United's valuation of the France international.