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Real Madrid boss Mourinho remains coy over plans for Man Utd striker Rooney

Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho remains coy over their interest in Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney.

Real are one of the few clubs with the financial muscle to attract Rooney, and while Mourinho still believes he will ultimately stay at Manchester United, he would clearly be prepared to listen if the chance to sign the player arose.

Speaking after Real's 2-0 win over AC Milan in the Champions League tonight, Mourinho told Sky Sports News: "He will stay. He probably wants to leave for some reason but I believe he belongs to Man United, he belongs to Man United fans, he belongs to Old Trafford. I believe he is going to stay.

"But if at the end of the day Man United decide that he is to leave, then give me a call."

Mourinho admitted he would not be alone in a bidding war if Rooney is put on the market.

"Everybody will be interested," he said.

"But I like him, I like Sir Alex, I like Man United and I believe the best thing for him is to stay there for life."

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