Toffees turn down Rooney bids

Everton today turned down Manchester United’s bid for Wayne Rooney and also rejected a new offer from Newcastle for the England striker.

The Goodison Park club spurned Newcastle’s initial offer of £20million earlier this week, which is believed to have been matched by United last night.

However, the Magpies are thought to have increased their offer to £23.5million today – and have been rejected once more.

Everton’s head of public relations Ian Ross told the club’s official website www.evertonfc.co.uk: “Newcastle United have submitted an increased offer for Wayne Rooney – one which has been turned down.

“The bid submitted by Manchester United has also been rejected.”