Wayne Rooney famously did a U-turn at the start of the season after handing in a transfer request at Old Trafford. Just days after the news had gone public, the England striker decided that it was better to stay at Manchester United, although his time at the club could still be short-lived.

According to the News of the World, it appears that Sir Alex Ferguson has not been impressed by Rooney’s performances this season and that the relationship between the pair has once again deteriorated.

The tabloid also alleges that the forward is unimpressed by Manchester United’s squad, despite the fact that the Red Devils could land a treble in the summer, with a source claiming that “relations between Rooney and Ferguson are so strained that it is affecting other players,” adding that, “Sir Alex is not pleased with the way Rooney has been playing… Rooney has been moaning about the squad again but Sir Alex has told him he should look at himself before criticising others.”

The newspaper claim that United would be looking for a fee in the region of £60 – £80 million for the striker and would feel confident that Javier Hernandez could step up to the mark next season in the absence of Rooney, especially as the Mexican has had a successful first season.

Wayne Rooney Club after summer window betting odds with Sky Bet:

Real Madrid, 4/1

Manchester City, 6/1

Barcelona, 10/1

Chelsea, 10/1

Tottenham, 12/1