WAYNE ROOS VVD SPAT & TELLS HIM TO BLOCK OUT 'NOISE'

WAYNE ROONEY has urged Virgil van Dijk not to concern himself with "outside noise" - despite continuing his criticism of the Liverpool captain.

- NICK PATTISON

Arne Slot's side were beaten 3-0 by Manchester City on Sunday, their fifth defeat in six Premier League games, with the loss following back-to-back wins over Aston Villa and Real Madrid.

Rooney criticised Van Dijk last month, questioning his commitment since signing a new contract, and the pair were involved in an awkward exchange as they addressed the situation face-to-face during TV coverage of the Madrid match.