Becks has no fears over Roo
Veteran backs United ace to continue red-hot form

David Beckham is confident Wayne Rooney will still be in red-hot form when England target World Cup glory this summer.

The Manchester United striker continued the most prolific season of his career with a brace in the thrilling 3-2 UEFA Champions League last-16 first leg success over AC Milan at the San Siro on Tuesday night.

There are fears that the demands of leading the Red Devils' quest for silverware at home and abroad could see the 24-year-old flagging by the time the Three Lions begin their campaign in South Africa.

But Beckham, who is on loan at AC Milan from LA Galaxy in a bid to ensure he secures a place alongside Rooney in Fabio Capello's squad, has no such concerns.

"Burn-out will not be a problem," he said.
Ready

"Of course he can sustain that level until the middle of July. He should be able to. He is only 24.

"He looks after himself and works hard. The way he plays is the way he trains. That is why he is so good and why Wayne is ready for any game.

"It doesn't matter how many games he has played or how many he will be involved in to the end of the season, he will be ready for anything."

Beckham feels Rooney could be challenging for the coveted Ballon D'Or if England make an impact at the World Cup.

Neither he, nor Sir Alex Ferguson, have held back from their belief that Rooney has now joined Lionel Messi, Kaka and former United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo in the elite group of players currently regarded as the world's best.

But Rooney himself takes the accolades in his stride.

"If people are saying nice things about me that is good but I am not really listening too much," he said.

"I am not really focussing on that side of things. I know what I need to keep doing. I just want to keep playing well."

source: skysports.com

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NEMANJA VIDIC insists he will not be leaving Manchester United this summer.
The Serbian defender has been linked with moves to Real Madrid, Barcelona and AC Milan.

He has not played for United in 2010 and his absence has sparked speculation about his future at the club.

Vidic, 28, said: "I will repeat for the hundredth time, my contract with Manchester United is until the summer of 2012 and I want to stay at Old Trafford until the last day.

"Only this is true."

Some reports claim centre-back Vidic has already agreed a deal to leave United.

But he added: "No, no, no, I have made a career in Manchester and I respect that fully.

"No one has contacted me and I have not spoken to anyone."

Vidic has spent over a month on the sidelines although he admits he will return to action soon.

He said: "I am healthy... I feel strong and I believe I can return in full.

"First I had troubles with a calf muscle but I started with training too early and felt strong pain in the back of a calf."



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United ready to snap up Cole



Manchester United are ready to make a summer move for England midfielder Joe Cole if he cannot resolve his contract dispute at Chelsea.

Talks on a new deal for Cole have dragged on for weeks and are no nearer being concluded. Cole, 28, will be out of contract in the summer and clubs are now beginning to be alerted that his future is becoming increasingly uncertain.

Sir Alex Ferguson has been an admirer of Cole for some time and the prospect of picking up such an experienced and talented player on the cheap would be an attractive one.

United boss Ferguson is looking for reinforcements on the left for Ryan Giggs and Cole, who could be available as a free agent, would be a bargain.
Tony Banks, Daily Express

source: manutd.com