Rafa hits out at Rooney fee

The Spaniard feels that, although the former Everton starlet is a good player, Sir Alex Ferguson has paid over the odds to see off the challenge of rival suitors Newcastle United.

Benitez said: "Rooney is a good striker but I have to be sincere and what has been paid for him is exorbitant. Manchester have made their decision but at times the market goes over the top.''