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Reports in Holland suggest that discussions between the club have now stopped and the player may now try and secure a longer deal with the Dutch champions.

A bid in excess of £10 million should be enough to prise him away, as PSV Eindhoven have money trouble having failed to qualify for the knockout stages of the Champions League.

Real Betis star Joaquin has slammed fresh reports linking him with Manchester United and insists he has not spoken to the English media about a possible switch to the Premiership champions.

Joaquin believes, though, that the latest round of speculation concerning a transfer to United has been fuelled by Jose Antonio Reyes' recent switch from Sevilla to Arsenal.

"These rumours are down to the Reyes effect. Us Seville-born players are very popular in England," joked the right-sided midfielder.

"I have an extended contract until at least 2008 and it all depends completely on my club. At the moment I am only thinking about doing my best for Betis and going with Spain to Euro 2004 in Portugal. I have had no offer from United and nobody from the club has spoken to me. “

However his old man is reported as saying

"United have not been watching my son so much this season just to pass the time of day. They have come to sign him."

Reports claim that Ajax have told their defender Hatem Trabelsi that he can leave the club for Old Trafford in the summer if United cough up a £4million transfer fee.

Walsall boss Colin Lee has excepted defeat in his attempt to sign Manchester United left-winger Kieran Richardon on loan.

"I've inquired about Richardson. He's got pace and skill and is a player I admire. But they are not prepared to let him out on loan." said Lee.