Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has handed in a transfer request at the club. The England international has enjoyed a poor campaign for the champions, despite scoring 16 goals this season. Rooney’s future at United has been in doubt, even prior to him handing in his transfer request.
The likes of French club PSG, German champions Bayern and Premier League rivals Chelsea are all looking to sign the striker. Retiring Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that the club have refused to accept the request and hopes that he will re-think his decision.
Meanwhile with Everton boss David Moyes arriving at Old Trafford this summer United could make a double swoop on the Merseyside. Marouane Fellaini and Leighton Baines are the players believed to be top of David Moyes shopping list. There has been a lot of speculation and football predictions on how well United’s new manager will do next season but with transfer targets like these the Red Devils should do well.
Both players have been in outstanding form this season. Baines had been the target of interest from Manchester United in previous summers, but Everton have managed to hold onto their highly-rated. However, this summer could be different with Moyes now at Old Trafford.
According to media reports, United could launch a double bid of £40million for the pair. With money tight at Goodison and the incoming Everton boss needing funds to strengthen the squad the bid may prove too good to refuse.
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