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Chris Waddle: 'Manchester United need top-class striker to partner Wayne Rooney'

Former England international Chris Waddle claims that Wayne Rooney needs a "top-class" striker alongside him at Manchester United.

Former England international Chris Waddle has claimed that Manchester United need a "top-class" striker to partner Wayne Rooney.

Rooney, who scored 14 goals last season, has failed to find the net in three matches this term.

Waddle believes that the 29-year-old needs a player of proven quality up front with him to bring out his best form.

"United are lacking a presence, someone up front who can control the game and score goals," he told BBC Sport. "They need a poacher in the box.

"Rooney doesn't seem to have somebody he can play with and that is why they need to buy a top-class number nine for him to play behind."

United took a big step towards the Champions League group stage last night by beating Club Brugge 3-1 at Old Trafford in the first leg of their qualifying playoff.

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Memphis Depay of Manchester United celebrates scoring his team's opening goal with team mates during the UEFA Champions League Qualifying Round Play Off First Leg match between Manchester United and Club Brugge at Old Trafford on August 18, 2015
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