AC Milan defender Thiago Silva is flattered by interest from Manchester United. United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is considering the Brazil international as cover for the injury-plagued Rio Ferdinand.
"It's great to have my name linked with a club like Manchester United, which currently is one of the landmarks of European football," said Thiago Silva.
"Without doubt, I am having a very good career and hope to continue progressing.
"But the moment I will not stop thinking about the Italian Championship, which has become an obsession for me."
