Juventus boss Didier Deschamps has stoked speculation with
regards Gabriel Heinze's future at Old Trafford, after conceding
interest in the Manchester United defender.
Heinze has established himself as a firm favourite of the United
faithful since joining the club from Paris Saint Germain in 2004
but on his return from the World Cup, Sir Alex Ferguson had doubts
about the player's fitness.
Thus far this term the 28-year-old Argentine has played somewhat of
a bit-part role, often having to play second fiddle to Patrice
Evra, who appears now to have established himself as the club's
first choice left-back.
Reports of Ferguson's admiration for Southampton left-back Gareth
Bale has done little to quell talk of Heinze's possible departure,
with Deschamps having now added further fuel to the fire.
In an interview with French radio station RMCInfo, Deschamps
conceded he is monitoring Heinze's situation closely.
"I know Gaby, I saw him playing in France for two years," said
Deschamps.
"At Manchester United he is used as a left full-back but I don't
think it is his best position.
"I think he is more a central defender. Considering the number of
left-sided defenders at Manchester United, if there is an
opportunity and he is attracted, why not?
"He is a very good player of an international level.
"He is a leader, a winner. Also, Gaby has a European passport and
that is an advantage."