Ballack happy with talks

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Ballack happy with talks

Bayern Munich star Michael Ballack has played down talk linking him with a move away from the German champions.

Manchester United have been strongly linked with the German international, with reports suggesting the English outfit have lined up a deal to sign Ballack next summer.

Ballack's future at Bayern has been the subject of intense speculation in recent weeks, with the free-scoring midfielder having just over a year to run on his contract.

Bayern are keen to keep Ballack and have opened talks with the player over a new deal.

Ballack insists early discussions have gone well and that he has not spoke to any other club.

"I spoke with Bayern Munich and it was a good discussion. That is where things stand," insisted Ballack.

"I haven't spoken with anyone else, nor do I want to.

"No-one has spoken about a deadline. On the contrary, I have been told to take my time thinking things over and that the club would be happy if I decided to extend my contract."