The Man Utd star may have to give evidence

Patricia Tierney, 50, from Whiston in Merseyside, is suing the Sun over claims she had sex with the Manchester United star in a massage parlour.

Mrs Tierney says the allegations, published in August 2004, were false and have destroyed her life.

The 10-day trial, which could see Rooney give evidence, will take place at Manchester High Court on 29 January.