Owen Hargreaves insists long-time suitors Manchester United are the 'only team' he wants to join.
The Bayern Munich and England midfielder has been linked with a move to the Barclays Premiership leaders since his strong performances at last summer's World Cup.
United's initial approaches for Hargreaves were rebuffed by Bayern, but it is thought they might be willing to do business at the end of the season.
And the 26-year-old has outlined his excitement at the prospect of moving to the Old Trafford club.
'United are the only team I want to join,' he told the News of the World. 'They have invested so much time and energy in me.
'It's very rare to see a transfer drag on like this.
'A football team is a puzzle with different pieces and and you need to find the right pieces and the right mix.
'United believe I am the final piece in their puzzle and that is an honour for me.'
