2. Wayne Rooney (Manchester United)
Chelsea are interested in Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney and have been given hope in his pursuit after it emerged that he is yet to sign a contract extension at the club where he has spent close to 10 years since joining from boyhood club Everton.
Rooney’s current contract has only 18 months to run, but Rooney is understood to be reluctant to commit his future to the Red Devils given their lowly league position and the very likely chance that they will miss out on Champions League qualification. Rooney has been in splendid form this season, having scored 11 goals and created 55 chances in the Premier League and the Champions League. His addition could make Chelsea the well-oiled machine that would leave the fans purring with delight, given his ability to not only score goals but create them as well.