Manchester United wait in wings as Real Madrid ponder Raul release

By Simon Jones for the Daily Mail

Manchester United have been linked with a move for Real Madrid striker Raul should he be allowed to leave on a free transfer.

Real president Florentino Perez is believed to be ready to give the 32-year-old a golden handshake to leave the club this summer.

Raul Gonzalez

Real exit: Raul Gonzalez could leave on a free transfer

However, while he is admired by Sir Alex Ferguson, sources at Old Trafford believe Raul is too old to make a significant impact on the Premier League.


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