Defender Gerard Pique has
admitted he would prefer to stay at Real Zaragoza next season
rather than become a second-rate player at Manchester
United.
The 20-year-old has excelled during a season-long loan at La
Romareda and has been a key player in the side's quest for a
top-four finish.
With his deal due to end in the summer, Pique has made it clear
what he would choose between staying for a further year in Spain or
becoming a reserve team player at Old Trafford.
"Both options are attractive, but at Zaragoza things are going very
well and I feel important, which is crucial for any player," he
said.
"It would be my dream to play for Zaragoza and hear the Champions
League hymn."
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has kept in constant
contact with the Catalan youngster and has had scouts watching the
majority of his games in La Liga.
Since the start of the New Year, Pique has become a regular in
defence alongside Gabriel Milito as Zaragoza have continued their
push for a Champions League place.
At Old Trafford he made just three appearances in two seasons after
joining the club on a free transfer from Barcelona's B
team.