Manchester United frontman Wayne Rooney feels the multiple striking options at manager Sir Alex Ferguson's disposal can only be a good thing for the club.
now recovered from the gashed thigh he suffered against Fulham last month, Ferguson has five international forwards to select from ahead of Saturday evening's Premier League encounter with Tottenham.It says something that perceived first-choice pairing Rooney and Robin van Persie
have yet to start a game together this season, yet still United have
managed to move their way into second spot, just behind early
pace-setters Chelsea.However, with a tricky Capital One Cup tie against Newcastle
already negotiated, a UEFA Champions League encounter with CFR Cluj to
come on Tuesday before a Premier League rematch with the Magpies next
Sunday, the England striker realises there is plenty of work for
everyone.
"There is a lot of competition up front, but that is great for the
squad," said Rooney. "The manager will rotate when he feels it is
necessary."There are a lot of games throughout the season. It means we can get a rest here and there to make sure we are ready for the big games towards the end."
Effective
Rooney occupied a deep-lying role against Newcastle, which allowed him to exploit gaps behind Danny Welbeck and Javier Hernandez.Very effective the 26-year-old was too, although whether it is a policy Ferguson would be prepared to persevere with in the Premier League is open to debate.
Rooney is not complaining though.
After being dropped against Fulham, then getting trodden on by Hugo Rodallega
when he was finally introduced, it feels like the season is starting again."It does feel like the start of my season," he said.
"It was a freak injury and whilst it wasn't too bad, I had to be careful when I came back training and in games because it could open up again.
"There is only so much you can do in the gym. You need that training and game time to get you to your full sharpness.
"I am glad to be over it and back playing."
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