Rooney lined up by shock Premier League side
Wayne Rooney’s future at Manchester United has been becoming increasingly doubtful over the course of the season, and Stoke City have emerged as surprise contenders to sign him this summer.
According to a report from the Mirror, the Potters are considering a shock swoop to bring the United skipper to the Bet365 Stadium this summer.
Mark Hughes is claimed to be acting as the catalyst in his side’s pursuit of the England international and is set to be backed with sufficient funds to spend on acquiring Rooney through the club’s sponsor, Bet365.
It’s stated in the report that there is a £45m financial clout prepared to try and lure Rooney away from Old Trafford this summer as he looks to revitalise his career.
Although the experienced attacker has stated that he won’t play for a different club in the Premier League to those he already has, a tempting offer from Stoke could turn his attentions elsewhere.