Are Manchester United Football Club really looking to sign Benoit Cheyrou?

Reports over the past week claim Sir Alex Ferguson is considering a move for the Frenchman, who is the younger brother of former Liverpool player Bruno.

It is claimed the United boss sent scouts to watch him play for Marseille in their thrilling 5-5 draw with Lyon last weekend, when the player received rave reviews.

Cheyrou, 28, is a defensive midfield player, but with Darren Fletcher, Michael Carrick and soon Owen Hargreaves all able to fill this role, do the Reds need to splash out on another?

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