Rooney In Gambling Spree

It's not the first time Rooney has gambled himself into hot water. In 2006 he racked up a reported £700,000 via betting, before he and a group of United stars blew £250,000 in the 235 Casino a year ago.

His latest exploits took place at the same casino, with the in-form striker feeling lucky after bagging a brace for the Three Lions. However, his on-pitch prowess didn't extend to the blackjack table, according to the Mirror's report.

After flying home from Eastern Europe, confident Roo apparently headed to the city-centre casino looking to capitalise on his hot streak, but ended up having a terrible night on the tables.

A casino source told the paper, "When Wayne walked in a few people congratulated him on how well he had played a few hours before. He went straight to a blackjack table and started to play hands at the maximum - £500 a time. He was happy to chat to people and had a permanent smile on his face.

"It looked like he was thinking, 'My luck's in tonight - I'll keep it going and make a mint.'

"However, he was quickly into a serious losing streak. At first he was joking with the dealer, but when he kept losing the mood at the table changed. This was Wayne Rooney and he was losing tens of thousands."

The 23-year-old then decided he'd give the roulette wheel a spin, hoping his luck would change quickly. However, things didn't pick up for the hitman and only closing time saved him from serious damage.

The source continued, "He switched to roulette and put hundreds of pounds on each spin of the wheel to try and recoup some of his losses, but his luck didn't change.

"The club closed at 6am and he was £65,000 down. When he left, he had a face like thunder, but at least he can afford to lose that sort of money. Everyone knows the risks."

Liam Black, Goal.com