Bayern vow to keep Hargreaves

Bayern Munich will not be listening to offers for midfielder Owen Hargreaves, despite interest from Manchester United.

The England international had expressed an interest in a move to Old Trafford, but it seems he will be seeing out his contract with the Bundesliga champions.

"I have just spoken with (general manager) Uli Hoeness and he is absolutely clear that selling Owen Hargreaves is not an issue," said Bayern press officer Markus Horwick to PA Sport. "He has recently signed a three-year contract extension and will be fulfilling that deal."

Pressed on whether Bayern may alter their stance should a serious offer be received from Manchester United, Horwick reiterated that Hargreaves is not for sale.

"I think what Mr Hoeness says is enough to end any speculation," he added.

"Owen Hargreaves will be staying with us for the remainder of the four years on his contract."

Hargreaves, who starred at the World Cup, has admitted there was still time before the transfer window closes on August 31 to fill the hole at the base of United's midfield.

On Wednesday, he confirmed in an interview with Sport Bild magazine that United had made an offer which he would struggle to turn down.

"I have certainly played more than 200 games for Bayern and that has been a very important part of my career, but now I have got to take the next step in my development," said the 25-year-old.

"I have more of an affinity with the Premier League now than I ever have before."