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Report: LeBron would consider going overseas

Person close to star says he'd go to Europe for 'around $50 million a year'

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LeBron James will draw plenty of attention if he becomes a free agent after the 2009-10 season.

Going global?

LeBron James just might do it.

A person close to James said the Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star forward would strongly consider playing in Europe if he was offered a salary of "around $50 million a year," according to ESPN.com.

James' current deal expires after the 2009-10 season. Many teams, including the New York Knicks and New Jersey Nets, are trying to create enough salary cap space to make a run at James, but none could offer a contract beginning at even $20 million a year.

The person added that Russian team CSKA Moscow and the Greek team Olympiacos have already contacted James, but added that no monetary or contractual discussions have taken place.

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