Is Berbatov bait for Man United Modric deal?

Speculation that Manchester United will use Dimitar Berbatov as bait in a bid to acquire Luka Modric from Tottenham has arisen this morning.

It’s been somewhat of a love/hate relationship for Alex Ferguson and the former Spurs striker, particularly this season, and the Irish Daily Star seems to think Fergie wants to offload the sulky frontman as part of an exchange deal for the sought after Luka Modric.

United won’t be paying over the odds for the Croat but could stump up €20m plus Berbatov to bring Modric to Old Trafford this summer.

Tottenham have already rejected an official bid of €25m from Chelsea for their prize asset and Harry Redknapp has made it clear he’s not keen only losing the services of such a gifted player.

But, everyone has their price, right?