The Surprising Pub Encounter That Changed Owen Hargreaves’ Career Path Forever
“I came close to signing for West Brom on a free transfer but, right after agreeing everything, they wanted to insert an extra clause in my contract that I didn’t agree with. I spoke to the manager, Roy Hodgson, and he agreed that the clause made it impossible for me to sign, which he was disappointed about as he really wanted me. So, I had to look elsewhere.“
A simple twist of fate would seen Hargreaves head to Manchester City, who were still light in central midfield following Patrick Vieira’s retirement and were set to lose Yaya Toure to Africa Cup of Nations duty later that season.
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