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Fri May 16, 2008 7:26pm IST
 
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By Pete Oliver

MANCHESTER, England, May 16 (Reuters) - Carlos Tevez, whose life story is to be put onto film, could add an extra dramatic scene by helping Manchester United win the Champions League.

The film should tell of Tevez's dramatic impact on English football, which will hit a new peak if he helps United beat Chelsea in the Champions League final in Moscow on Wednesday.

"Once this game is over, I will be going back to Argentina. In June a film about my life will be started and that will be a thrilling project to be involved in," Tevez told reporters on Friday.

After a first season in the Premier League when Tevez almost single-handedly saved West Ham United from relegation, the Argentina international moved to Old Trafford last year.

He has already helped Alex Ferguson's side win the league title and success in Europe will further vindicate his decision to join United.

"I know a lot of South Americans prefer to play in Italy or Spain when they move to Europe but I am really pleased that I came here," said Tevez, who has scored 19 goals this season.

"This is the best league in the world and I am among some of the best footballers in the world here. I am really happy about that.

"I am not one to be making comparisons between clubs but Manchester United are right up there with anyone in the world.  Continued...

 
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