Rooney backs striker hunt

Rooney: Backing striker move

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Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has welcomed the club's pursuit of a new striker.

Old Trafford boss Sir Alex Ferguson has not hidden his desire to bring in a new player before the closure of the transfer window as he looks to add to his attacking options.

Tottenham ace Dimitar Berbatov has been strongly linked with a move to United and Rooney admits a new addition would be a boost for the squad.

"There would be an extra burden if we did not sign another striker," said Rooney.

"Carlos likes to drop behind a main striker, which is probably his best position, so maybe I would have to stay up a bit more. I would have no problem with that.

Strengthen

"But hopefully we can bring another forward in to strengthen the team. It would allow us to spread the matches out and make changes for certain games.

"But if that forward does not come in, I am sure we can deal with it."

Meanwhile, Rooney insists he has no intention of changing his game for anyone.

Both Ferguson and Fabio Capello have spoken out in recent days, claiming Rooney uses up his energy helping out the team rather than focusing on scoring goals.

However, Rooney is content with the way he plays and does not believe any adaptation is required.

Determination

"I don't think I will ever lose my determination," noted Rooney. "It is something I have always had. If we are not winning I get frustrated.

"I don't like losing. If you are telling me that is wrong I won't believe you. I am a team player.

"Everyone is saying I should score more goals. But we won the league and Champions League last season - if that happens again I would be delighted.

"I certainly don't have any banter with Cristiano (Ronaldo) about who scores the most goals.

"Maybe he has a chat with the manager about it but I don't."