The agent of Freddie Veseli admits Sir Alex Ferguson was key to the decision of him joining Manchester United.

The Swiss defender left Manchester City for United on deadline day.

"Freddie spoke with several clubs, here and abroad," said Adam Bouskouchi.

"But he wants to be a top player in England and when Sir Alex spoke to him, it made such an impression.

"He is a difficult man to say no to and his track record was enough for Freddie to feel he was making the right choice to join United."

As City are not part of the Premier Reserve League, Veseli is lacking match fitness at present.

However, his aims are clear, both in the short-term and then later in the year, when Switzerland will be amongst the countries competing at the London Olympics.

"First his challenge is to establish himself at reserve level, then push on for the first team," said Bouskouchi. "But the Swiss Federation have also been in touch and they are keeping track of him.

"However, they have said Freddie must at least be involved at reserve team level before they could consider him for the Olympics."