Antoine Griezmann has revealed he came close to joining Tottenham three years ago.
The Frenchman claims he was targeted as a replacement for Gareth Bale who had left to join Real Madrid a year earlier.
Instead he joined Atletico Madrid where he went on to establish himself as one of the best strikers in the world.
Griezmann made the revelation in his new book, and also says Pep Guardiola wanted to take him to Barcelona B.
The 26-year-old is now a target for both the Catalan giants and Manchester United.
But he writes: "In June, I extended my contract and I am tied to the club until 2022.
"Although I might be missing out on titles, I have everything here to be happy, but that does not mean to say I won't go one day. I haven't made that decision. It all depends on various factors.
"I have nothing against England, except for the weather. Manchester United is a possibility."