Man U turmoil to affect Ferguson-Rooney relationship: Experts
October 23rd, 2010 - 12:56 pm ICT by ANI
London, Oct 23(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is being seen as a hero after persuading striker Wayne Rooney to stay at Old Trafford, but experts reckon that the ordeal would effect their relationship.
Sports writer Paul McCarthy told Sky News: “I think there’ll still be a huge bonus scheme built into the deal - and he (Rooney) deserves it - he is the outstanding English player, despite some dreadful form recently.”
“This is fantastic news for Manchester United, though I have to say I’m not sure the relationship between Sir Alex Ferguson and Rooney will ever be the same again,” he added.
Mick Dennis, of the Daily Express, said that it has been “a master stroke” by Ferguson.
“If the owners have sanctioned a big pay rise I think that’s a significant moment in the life of Manchester United. And from the point of view of being an England fan, I’m glad he hasn’t gone abroad,” Dennis said.
In a dramatic change of events, Rooney - who demanded to leave United earlier this week - ended doubts over his future by signing a new five-year contract.
He is now the highest-paid player at United, overtaking defender Rio Ferdinand.
The striker, who was previously on 90,000 pounds per week, is now understood to be earning a basic salary in excess of 150,000 pounds per week. (ANI)
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