Even since the dispute was resolved, Sir Alex Ferguson has been critical of Rooney's advisor Paul Stretford, who is also the agent for Taylor (and we all know the Toon defender has knocked back a new contract).
Wayne Rooney: "I feel like I have apologised to the fans but everyone keeps saying that I haven't.
"If that is the case, then I apologise for my side of things.
"I have made my point clear since I signed my contract that I am committed to this club for the long term. I want to be successful here.
"I spoke with the manager and (chief executive) David Gill. They reassured me the club was moving forward and from that it took maybe two or three hours to negotiate my contract and sign it.
"It wasn't a distraction to my football because I haven't played that much but it was a distraction overall. I am just happy it is all over now. I want to put it behind me and look forward."
Meanwhile, Steven Taylor has insisted he is ready to fill in for suspended Mike Williamson on Sunday – and make his first start for a year.
“I’m available for selection. I’m fit, and I’ve bided my time for the past few games. Now I’m hoping to get my chance,” he said.
“Playing with Sol would be fantastic. We played in the reserves against Man City last week and I had a good partnership with him.”