Silvestre says he would like to play in Spain and that Bowyer is a dirty player
Manchester United defender Mikael Silvestre has revealed that he would like to play in La Liga at some stage of his career.
The Frenchman has been used sparingly this term by Sir Alex Ferguson after losing his place to Nemanja Vidic.
Although the 29-year-old is happy at Old Trafford, he could emerge as a target for other clubs next year - but has no intention of returning to France.
When quizzed on whether he would ever consider leaving United, he told Foot Interviews: "Sure, why not? Whats certain is that, for the moment, I am excluding any possibility of a return to France - even if you should never say never. Its not because I dont love my country, but simply because I know the league too well. Personally, I would like to discover a new style of play. Ive done Italy in the colours of Inter, England in the jersey of the Red Devils. All thats left for me is Spain."
Silvestre has paid tribute to Louis Saha, Sundays goalscorer against Chelsea, for helping compensate for the loss of Ruud van Nistelrooy.
The prolific Dutchman was off-loaded to Real Madrid after a fall-out with Ferguson but Saha has stepped into the breach effectively.
"Fortunately, we have Little Louis," he replied when asked about Van Nistelrooys departure.
"At the end of last season, he already succeeded in relegating Ruud to the bench. This season, he has confirmed [this decision]. He brings us an enormous amount - starting with goals."
The Red Devils stopper also had words of criticism for West Hams Lee Bowyer, whom he describes as his worst opponent.
"The worst? Thats Lee Bowyer," he stated.
"He, on the pitch, is really a poor type. He gives you cheap shots from behind. He really has a dirty mentality. Thats typically the type of player I hate."
pls go and bring brown with you
Brown and Mik on brink of exit
MANCHESTER UNITED defenders Wes Brown and Mikael Silvestre are considering their Old Trafford futures.
Brown, who has started just one league game in the last nine, has seen boss Alex Ferguson to voice his frustration.
The England centre-back, 27, was not even on the bench against Chelsea on Sunday and his contract is up at the end of next season.
Frenchman Silvestre, 29, has not started a league game since the 1-0 defeat against Arsenal in September. He is third choice left-back behind Gabriel Heinze and Patrice Evra.
Silvestre has now said he would be ready to leave Old Trafford to play in SpainÂ’s La Liga.
Asked if he would consider leaving United, Silvestre replied: “Sure, why not?
“What’s certain is that, for the moment, I am excluding any possibility of a return to France.
“It’s not because I don’t love my country but simply because I know the league too well.
"I would like to discover a new style of play. I’ve done Italy in the colours of Inter, England in the jersey of the Red Devils. All that’s left for me is Spain.”
Brown has grown up at United progressing from the academy. He was once described by Ferguson as ‘the most naturally gifted English defender’.
But the player believes he is at an age where he should be a first-team regular.
There will be no shortage of takers for Brown, who would like to stay in the North West. That will alert the likes of Bolton with Brown available for around £4m, while Silvestre is valued at the same figure.
United take on Everton at Old Trafford tonight likely to field the same side which drew against Chelsea.
According to UnitedÂ’s assistant manager Carlos Queiroz, there is still a sense of disappointment at Old Trafford that they did not win.
He said: “We are never pleased when we don’t win. Chelsea had more possession in the second half but I think we created the best opportunities.
“Now it is important to react against Everton with the right mentality and motivation, especially with so many other important games coming up.
“We need to be in a good position in January to attack the second stage of the Premiership campaign.
“If we are in a strong position at the end of January then we should be able to move forward. I honestly believe we can win the title.”