Rooney puzzled by Ferguson ankle claims

13 October 2010 23:30
Wayne Rooney has contradicted claims from Sir Alex Ferguson by insisting his ankle has been injury-free all season. The Manchester United striker made the statement in the aftermath of England's goalless draw with Montenegro at Wembley in a Euro 2012 qualifier. His comments are unlikely to go down well with United boss Ferguson in a troubled season for the 24-year-old which has also seen allegations about the player's private life. Rooney also stressed the need to be playing regularly to reach full sharpness after a stop-start beginning to the campaign. When asked after the Montenegro game if his ankle had caused any problems, Rooney replied: "No, I've had no ankle problem all season." He repeated his denial when asked the question for a second time. Then when asked "Why did Alex Ferguson say you had?", Rooney laughed and replied: "I don't know."

Source: PA