Roon pricing himself out?

Wayne Rooney’s exorbitant contract demands may force Manchester United to sell their star striker. According to a report in The Sun newspaper on Thursday, the 24-year-old wants a five-year deal worth £140,000 a week, up from his current £90,000 a week. This is far more than what debt-riddled United can afford. Rooney apparently trails Rio Ferdinand in the pay stakes, despite being arguably the club’s most valuable player. Ferdinand allegedly earns £110,000 a week, which is what Cristiano Ronaldo was on prior to his move to Real Madrid. Real and fellow Spanish giants Barcelona are both waiting in the wings to pounce on Rooney should he fail to agree terms on a new contract at Old Trafford. Bidding is expected to start at £70m.