PFA look into Rooney claims

PLAYERS’ union bosses will be in contact with Wayne Rooney’s advisors early this week to offer any assistance required over the England star’s reported £700,000 gambling debt.

PFA deputy chief executive Mick McGuire is anxious not to make rash statements on the Rooney situation. But he has admitted it would be “a concern” to his organisation if the 20-year-old’s losses are as significant as it is claimed.

McGuire is yet to speak to the Rooney camp over the stories, but it will be one of his first priorities when he gets back behind his desk this week.