O’Shea ready to sign new United deal

MANCHESTER UNITED defender John O’Shea has revealed he is on the verge of signing a new four-year contract with the Old Trafford outfit.

The 24-year-old Irish international has been linked with a move to Celtic, although manager Alex Ferguson has never indicated he would be willing to let O’Shea leave.

Ferguson views Waterford-born O’Shea as one of the most valuable young players in his squad, and his ability to play in any defensive position, plus central midfield, is likely to be a major asset.

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