£20 million Rooney rejected, another one to come

Last updated : 24 August 2004 By Nicky Bremner
Rooney was magnificent playing upfront for England in this year's European Championships and while he was heralded as one of the best young stars in world football, nothing has materialised.

Manchester United, Chelsea and Real Madrid were seen as favourites to sign the 18 year-old but after the sale of Woodgate, Newcastle are confident of landing the player who is still to sign a new contract with the Toffees?

Exciting, but do we really need another striker? Voice your opinions on the messageboard.