Sir Alex Ferguson says a “world class” performance from
Wayne Rooney was pivotal in United’s 3-1 win over
Arsenal.
“Wayne was unbelievable. I think he was the key point for us in
the sense Arsenal just couldn’t handle him,” praised the
manager.
"He was world class today, there’s absolutely no doubt. Every time
when the ball went forward up the pitch towards him, we were on the
attack. He turned the defenders so many times, it was a really top
performance."
Like chief executive David Gill, Sir Alex is determined to keep
Rooney at Old Trafford – not that his future is even an issue for
the United boss.
“The boy’s very happy at the club, I know that, we’ve always
known that," said Sir Alex.
“He’s very popular among the players, he couldn’t be a better
lad really. He’s a really down to earth boy. He’ll not change
because that’s the way he is.
"It’s refreshing in this day and age when there are so many
celebrity footballers earning a lot of money. A lot of people
change with success but I’m pleased to say he hasn’t.
“I don’t know the situation (with Rooney’s new contract), I
don’t involve myself in that but I’m sure David Gill’s working with
Paul Stretford (Rooney’s representative).
"Hopefully something does happen.”