Manchester United target Josh King opens up on failed 'dream' return to Old Trafford

Manchester United were heavily linked with a move for Bournemouth striker Josh King throughout January transfer window. While it was reported that Cherries accepted United's bid for Josh King, move eventually failed to materialise. Red Devils instead brought in former Watford striker Odion Ighalo on a short term deal. 

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Premier League: Josh King to Manchester United, striker speaks on failed move

Josh King finally opened up on his failed move. He revealed that he was excited to play for Manchester United. After Bournemouth's 1-2 defeat to Sheffield United, Josh King spoke to TV2 to speak out about his excitement for move. 

Josh King, who played for Manchester United's youth team from 2008-10, admitted that it was his dream to play for English club. He was naturally disappointed after move collapsed. However, King could t understand as to why move failed in first place. King admitted that he believed move would eventually happen. That said, King insisted that he remains focused on his job at Bournemouth.

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"But why it did t happen, I do t kw. I’m a Bournemouth player and I really enjoy it here. But it had been a dream come true, I will t lie. That didn’t happen and I’m going to give everything to Bournemouth as long as I’m in this club," Josh King said on his failed move.

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Josh King has played 17 matches in Premier League this season. He has ended up scoring three times. rwegian started from bench during Bournemouth's defeat on Sunday. He came on in 72nd minute with game still in balance. However, Sheffield midfielder John Lundstram scored in 84th minute to hand Chris Wilder's side ar impressive win. 

loss means that Bournemouth remain 16th in Premier League table with just seven wins in 26 games. Cherries will head to Burnley next on February 22.

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