Manchester United set to wrap up deal for Japanese playmaker

Manchester United are close to finalising a move for Borussia Dortmund playmaker Shinji Kagawa.

The Japan international has refused to agree a new deal with the Bundesliga champions and has his heart set on a move to England, according to the German side's president.

Michael Zorc said: "Shinji is going to play in England because he has officially rejected our offer of a new contract."

TalkSPORT understands Kagawa, who has scored 13 goals in the German top flight this season from 30 appearances, is set sign a three-year deal at Old Trafford.

United are willing to part with around £7m for his services as his contract expires in 2013, with the 23-year-old expected to earn around £5m-a-season.