The England striker, 27, played just four days before the Cup clash in the 2-1 Premier League win away to Chelsea. Sounding repetitive, but he actually signed as a right-midfielder, but quickly shifted backwards to make his mark. This match is more than just about London bragging rights. Of his 12 goals scored, he will long remember the one scored in the 2006 Champions League against Barcelona – albeit in defeat. With the pressure on Manchester United to come out on the attack, that could suit the Foxes perfectly and Ranieri will be plotting another smash and grab. “You can see with his performance that he is not playing at the top level, his game isn’. Rooney had given United the lead before Robin van Perise rifled an equaliser into the roof of the net. Nigel Pearsons side are now without a win since beating Carlisle on penalties in the previous round. West Brom visit the Potteries on Saturday, managed by former boss Tony Pulis who will be taking charge of the 1,000th game of his career. ARSENAL are being lined up for a takeover by Africa’s richest man.