Rooney can read the signals, well aware that his performances are under review after his wayward showing at Vicarage Road. He was deeply concerned about Tony Adams, who was about to shock the world with revelations of alcoholism. The left-back area is a position Guardiola is intent on strengthening with the Spaniard unconvinced by either Gael Clichy or Aleksandar Kolarov. His side have only collected one point from their opening four league matches. Twelve months later and his two goals in a tense victory over Newcastle in the final week of the season put one hand on the Premier League trophy for his club. Mourinho reminded Uniteds stars, in his own unique way, that January will be here sooner than they think. Mourinhos training regime has the universal approval of the players but the last week or so has seen a serious drop in performance on matchday. d to a young Lionel Messi by PochettinoSpeaking about the young talent before the game, Pochettino claimed he shared similarities with Messi – no pressure then. He added: I have a contract at Chelsea for three seasons. ime in 31 gamesNews Group Newspapers Ltd8The wheels have come off after a good start under Jose MourinhoJose Mourinho says it's his job to improve Manchester UnitedReuters8Fans are demanding Wayne Rooney's head after three consecutive defeats, but he is set to start tonightAlamy8United's superstars are more accustomed to the luxury surroundings of their Carrington training complexHe said: I have this capacity of balance.