Contradictory to what Sir Alex Ferguson said in regards to offering Carlos Tevez a new deal, people associated with the player say it is untrue.

A spokesman for Tevez's advisor, Kia Joorabchian, said that nothing of the sort had been discussed.

"It is true David Gill came to see Mr Joorabchian and they had a cordial meeting," said the spokesman.

"It is categorically untrue that Manchester United made an offer to try to persuade Carlos Tevez to stay at the club.

"In 2007 Manchester United agreed a two-year loan deal for Carlos Tevez and at the same time agreed the terms that would make the transfer permanent.

"They have not taken up that option.''