What can I use to cover over old wallpaper?
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Either put up new sheetrock or continue to try to remove it.
I have the same problem. We are covering the wall with bedeboard.
Since it won't come off you can paint over it. Prime with Kilz and paint.
It will be harder to remove if covered.
Paint is the easiest option, but the paint can sometimes cause the wallpaper to lift on the seem if they have not been put up properly. There is a steamer that you can hire to easily remove wallpaper.