Rooney was fine all along. I was skeptical when Sir Alex announced the striker was out for “two-three weeks”  (read Why is Rooney really out for 3 weeks) and after the Montenegro match Rooney confirmed my skepticism.

When asked if his ankle caused him any problems, Rooney replied “No, I’ve had no ankle problem all season.”

And when asked “Why did Alex Ferguson say you had?”, Rooney laughed and replied: “I don’t know.”

This is certainly not going to sit well with Sir Alex. Could this be the beginning of the end for Rooney at United?

First, there are only a handful of clubs that could afford Rooney. Second, there are even less clubs that Rooney would transfer too, based on chances for success.

The only club I could see Rooney moving to, would be Real Madrid. He would never go to Italy, it’s just not his style of football. If he wanted to stay in England, I wouldn’t rule out a move to Manchester City. Its the only club he could or would go to in England.

Although Chelsea could afford Rooney and are serious Premier League and Champions League contenders they have the right players already, their team chemistry is remarkable.

Rooney would certainly help Arsenal, but they would never spend that kind of cash. Liverpool is a sinking ship, and any other club is too small in terms of success and money. Manchester City has the money and is looking very promising, and depending on how Rooney’s relationship with Sir Alex is, Rooney could make the move to City just to spite Sir Alex.

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