Pique happy at Man Utd

Man Utd's Spanish defender Gerard Pique has insisted he is delighted he decided to stay at the club despite interest from Real Zaragoza in acquiring his services on a long-term basis. Pique has featured regularly this season.

Pique said: "I am pleased that I will be staying. Since coming back from being on loan I just wanted to stay here and try to play," Pique told the Manchester Evening News. "I am not playing a lot at the moment but I am feeling confident I can work and find a place in this team. The defence is working well and the team is doing well so it is difficult to break into the team. But every time I have the chance I will try my best.

"Just to join the team and be on the bench is a nice experience. I am just working to be a better player and hopefully start some games as well.

"When you are young every season is crucial. At this age every year you have to grow up as a player so every season is crucial.

"It is important this year but no more crucial than others. It has the same importance."