Akinfeev reveals United appeal

The 23-year-old has made more than 150 league appearances for the Russian outfit, as well as making 33 outings for his country, helping Guus Hiddink's side reach the semi-finals of Euro 2008.

As a result, reports have surfaced linking the glove-man with a move to Sir Alex Ferguson's side, who have also been linked with Schalke stopper Manuel Neuer, as a replacement for 38-year-old No.1 Edwin van der Sar.

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Gregg Davies

Gregg Davies is the Chief Sub Editor of FourFourTwo magazine, joining the team in January 2008 and spending seven years working on the website. He supports non-league behemoths Hereford and commentates on Bulls matches for Radio Hereford FC. His passions include chocolate hobnobs and attempting to shoehorn Ronnie Radford into any office conversation.