Manchester United rejected the chance to sign new Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri, it has been revealed.
The People says Nasri was snubbed by rivals United – after he reneged on an initial promise to sign for them.
Nasri went cap in hand back to Old Trafford when he feared his £24m move to the Etihad was about to collapse due to a dispute over agent fees.
But furious United chiefs slammed the door in the Frenchman’s face despite him making a personal plea to revive the deal with the champions.
He had personally agreed a £7m-a-year deal with Old Trafford boss Sir Alex Ferguson.
Fergie and Nasri met in Paris during the summer with the player’s representatives in tow and after a deal was thrashed out the player confirmed he was thrilled at the prospect of becoming a United player.
The transfer stalled – and later collapsed altogether – when Nasri’s agents insisted on a massive £4m tax-free as their cut.
United refused to cough up the cash, leaving the way clear for moneybags City to make a more lucrative, £9m-a-year offer.
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