Bayern Munich denied Rooney’s interest

Champions League finalists Bayern Munich dismissed rumours linking them with a move for Manchester United star Wayne Rooney, who expects to be leaving the club in the near future.

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson admitted 27-year-old Rooney asked for a transfer, fuelling the speculation as to whether he remains at the club.

Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich have been considered as the most likely contenders for the player’s signature, however club’s sporting director stressed they are not interested in making the switch for a player. He said: “I don’t know what Rooney would bring to the Bundesliga. I can’t answer that. I can answer that we have great respect for Wayne Rooney but there has been no contact with him. He’s not on the agenda. No, no. Absolutely not.”