Personally, I never believe rumours. Football clubs are a hotbed of them, and you know damn well, that if you say to someone "dont tell anyone else, but I have heard.." that it will be repeated almost instantly.
Years ago, me and fat Shamus started one at opposite ends of the Tavern. Just for a laugh.
Dont tell anyone, but Dion Dublin is signing next week.
It took about ten minutes, before someone said to me, "have you heard who we are signing?"
Yes mate, I started the fcuking rumour!
I love a rumour. Difference is some people seem to take rumours as fact.