Udinese defender Mehdi Benatia is excited by interest from Manchester United. The tough Udinese centre-back is being monitored by Old Trafford boss Alex Ferguson - and he has made it clear he would love to link up with the Premier League champions.

He admitted last night: "To be linked with Manchester United is a dream come true.

"They are the biggest club in the world, and to have an opportunity to play at Old Trafford would be amazing, believe me.

"But I have a contract with Udinese, and they have to be happy before I can move."