Larsson Favours Premiership Move


By Matthew Jones
January 21 2004

Newcastle United target Henrik Larsson has hinted that he would favour a move to the Premiership when he comes off his current contract in the summer. Jimmy Walker

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Barcelona are keen to sign the Swede, as are the Magpies'.

Speaking to Expressen, Larsson said: "I don't say no to the Premiership anymore.

"It's an interesting league with many fine clubs and if an interesting offer comes in I'll have to think about it seriously and talk it over with my family."

A club source today confirmed that United chairman Freddy Shepherd is to arrange preliminary talks with Larsson's agent this week - this will out talks with Leeds striker Alan Smith on hold.

Larsson in a position to sign a pre-contract agreement with any club, but won't arrive anywhere until next season.

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