Wayne Rooney reveals he was ‘prepared’ to sign for Newcastle United ahead of Manchester United

Wayne Rooney joined Manchester United in a £27m deal in 2004 (Getty)Wayne Rooney has revealed that he was ‘prepared’ to sign for Newcastle United ahead of Manchester United in 2004.Rooney joined United in a £27 million deal at the age of 18 but after bursting on to the scene with Everton, he had attracted interest from several Premier League clubs.Chelsea had submitted the highest offer to Everton, while United wanted to wait a year before signing Rooney.And Rooney has re