The future of Newcastle United striker Michael Owen remains clouded.
The Times says Owen's big Toon deal carries a buyout clause of £12 million, but there is no certainty that the clause will be exercised.
After his torrid 12 months at Real Madrid, another stint abroad would not appeal to Owen, while any move within the Barclays Premiership would, on his behalf, be restricted to clubs competing in the Champions League.
The departure of Ruud van Nistelrooy from United or Thierry Henry from Arsenal may influence the situation, while a close bond still exists between Owen and Anfield, his former home. If no club displays an interest, Owen's room for manoeuvre would be limited and it is understood that there is a limited window for his "talk clause" to be implemented.
The Times says Owen's big Toon deal carries a buyout clause of £12 million, but there is no certainty that the clause will be exercised.
After his torrid 12 months at Real Madrid, another stint abroad would not appeal to Owen, while any move within the Barclays Premiership would, on his behalf, be restricted to clubs competing in the Champions League.
The departure of Ruud van Nistelrooy from United or Thierry Henry from Arsenal may influence the situation, while a close bond still exists between Owen and Anfield, his former home. If no club displays an interest, Owen's room for manoeuvre would be limited and it is understood that there is a limited window for his "talk clause" to be implemented.
