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Originally Posted by Pogue Mahone
Who says Rooney is an "off-striker"? That's certainly not how Fergie sees him.
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Thats how he's been for his career until last season, where lots of people were dissappointed with his contribution.
He doesn't have consistant enough finishing to be a lead the line striker, in my opinion. You want your main goalscorer to be this player as he's closest to goal. I think his form and confidence are directly tied to him being allowed back into his former position where he'd quickly get back to his best.
Before last season however, I felt Rooney is just the kind of player that you could put anywhere on a football pitch and if you give him 6 months of playing there consistantly, he'd learn to be one of the best there. And to an extent, Rooney did that. But the finishing just wasnt there. I dont think this position for him anymore. I'd like to see the Wayne Rooney of a few years ago - but better, due to the experiment with him leading the line (and improving his movement and positioning) and through the experience he's gained.