Colombian striker Radamel Falcao to Manchester
United, branding the signing as a statement of
intent by his club.
Rooney, speaking ahead of England's friendly with
Norway at Wembley on Wednesday, was unmoved
by suggestions Falcao's arrival could jeopardise his
position in the starting XI at Old Trafford.
The England and Manchester United captain said: "I
obviously don't know how Falcao's arrival could
affect my role, that's something you'll have to ask
Louis van Gaal.
"I think it is a fantastic signing. He is one of the best
players in the world. It is a real show of intent by
Manchester United.
"It is a thrill. We have an exciting team. I am
looking forward to the challenges ahead and I want
it to be successful."
United confirmed the arrival of Falcao from Monaco
on an initial season-long loan with an option to buy
in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
This came after the club applied for an extension
past the 11pm deadline to ensure the necessary
documents were correctly filed with the Premier
League, thus ensuring the deal would go through.
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