Thursday, 4th July, 2013
FK Haugesund midfielder-cum-defender Umaru Bangura has revealed his disappointment that his club chose to reject an offer for his services from Premier League side Crystal Palace.
It is thought that the newly-promoted Premier League club have tabled a bid of €2.5m, but Haugesund rejected it because it did not meet their €5m valuation of the player.
"I am very disappointed. It’s a dream for me to play in England", Bangura told the Haugesund Avis.
"I know I am ready for new challenges and the Premier League would be a great opportunity for me", the 25-year-old added.
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Despite the setback, Bangura remains hopeful Crystal Palace and his current club can reach an agreement soon, saying in a different interview, this time with Norway’s TV2, "I think it’s going to work out with Crystal Palace.
"I think all footballers want to one day play in the Premier League – its one of the biggest leagues in the world", Bangura further explained.
Bangura has already made a total 16 appearances so far with Haugesund in the current 2013 season, which began on 15th March.
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