Lyon ace Essien reveals desire to play for Man United

LYON’S outstanding midfielder Michael Essien has revealed his desire to join Manchester United.

The 22-year-old Ghanaian has excelled during Lyon’s Champions League campaign and had two impressive performances against United in the group phase.

“I like Manchester,” he said. “I know most of their players and would like to play in the Premier League one day. I like Old Trafford and, foremost, I like Alex Ferguson.