Is it not even more worrying that he would rather sit on the bench collecting wages than playing somewhere regularly with a World Cup coming up next year?
It genuinely leads me to think that he has actually received no concrete offers whatsoever.
Is it not even more worrying that he would rather sit on the bench collecting wages than playing somewhere regularly with a World Cup coming up next year?
Unless it's two bags of cement.It genuinely leads me to think that he has actually received no concrete offers whatsoever.
It genuinely leads me to think that he has actually received no concrete offers whatsoever.
Unless it's two bags of cement.
It genuinely leads me to think that he has actually received no concrete offers whatsoever.
I'm still absolutely convinced the final year is the club's option. All the journalists who appear to have been briefed by the Rooney camp and the ones that have been apparently briefed by the club are all saying that the club hold the keys to that final year.
I think the most likely scenario is that Rooney stays this summer and gets his captaincy removed by Mourinho who will no longer give a shit about whether it looks like he and the club are trying to push him out as they've done everything they can to allow him to leave with dignity and they will no longer worry about loyalty payment disputes.
Rooney will struggle to get any minutes whatsoever and in January will agree a deal to move for free in the summer and the club will allow him to leave straight away on loan "so he has a chance of getting in the England squad".
I've said it many times, the man has given up.Is it not even more worrying that he would rather sit on the bench collecting wages than playing somewhere regularly with a World Cup coming up next year?
I'm sure he has but they would probably be <£100kIt genuinely leads me to think that he has actually received no concrete offers whatsoever.
I think Mourinho is keen not to be seen as forcing him out.Rooney at his best was a class player; however sadly the level of his decline is so transparent that surely even he knows it. Indeed he has been nowhere near his best for a few years now. Rooney at one time was good for Utd and Utd was good too and for him.
If Rooney insists on staying and if he can trigger another 12 month clause and does so (which is apparently his contractual right) he is in danger of tarnishing his legendary status. Yes he will be richer and Rooney will always be a Utd legend, however at what expense? How will he be perceived by Utd supporters if he remains at Utd when not wanted at the expense of the team for the next two seasons?
For Rooney to remain which is his contractual right - is to me not in the best interest for Utd. Surely Rooney can negotiate a handsome pay off – I believe ten million is being mentioned. If this is correct he should take the money and try to lengthen his playing career elsewhere. Maybe even view it as a new challenge.
Mourinho if he wants Rooney gone and the player decides to stay has to play hard ball. Rooney should IMO be told he will never play for United’s first team again. I appreciate Mourinho is taking a risk with upsetting the squad by taking this type of stance with a player of Rooney’s stature. However these are professional players who will be able to see at first hand the level of Rooney’s play which to me is slow and painfully predictable.
Maybe I am being harsh on a player I have enjoyed watching and playing for Utd for many years and who has helped us win many trophies; however he is past it and has been for quite a while and I am thinking what is best for Utd and not what is best for Rooney. Anyway that’s how I see it and I take no delight in saying so.
hes not getting anywhere near the World Cup nowIs it not even more worrying that he would rather sit on the bench collecting wages than playing somewhere regularly with a World Cup coming up next year?
He's also earned United far more than Robben has for any club.
hes not getting anywhere near the World Cup now
I think Mourinho is keen not to be seen as forcing him out.
I really don't blame him for taking the £30m - it's an astronomical amount of money to throw away, especially as he's finished as a top player.
But his legacy as the 'kid that only wants to play' will forever be tainted and he'll undoubtedly be labelled a mercenary, who was more interested in money than playing the game. He also risks being ridiculed in the press and sections of United fans turning on him..it's clear that he would be best moving on but a decision to stay would be purely financial, which all adds to a rather unfitting ending to a great career. Shame.
You never know. Rooney and Owen on commentary
Now thats a combination, one we won't understand and other we can't tolerate.You never know. Rooney and Owen on commentary
Some match-going fans lack loyalty to United, then. Apologies for not taking you into account.
Now thats a combination, one we won't understand and other we can't tolerate.
I am loyal to MUFC, first.
The players will come and go, but the club will remain.
I am a huge fan of RvN. For me, he is the best striker who has played for us, in my lifetime. But would I want him back at our club? No way!
In the same way, I don't want Rooney taking up any more space on our bench.
The testimonial when he was struggling against retired defenders in their 40s, put Rooney's current ability in perspective.
It's not about supporting a legend, it's about supporting our club and wanting what's best for it.
Rooney is entering that time where he has to think about his post-playing career.
He should do his badges.
Good oneFatman - The Lardy Blight
That article saying he can trigger a further year on his contract has got to be wrong surely?! How on earth could we leave ourselves that vulnerable? Was Ed on drugs when he agreed to this shit?! He should have his pay frozen for making such a dumb ass deal.
In the meantime, if true that Rooney wants to hang around then let him collect his money (it's his right) but move on by first leaving him at home - no taking up a spot on the pre-season tour. Furthermore, tell him he won't be making the bench under any circumstances.
I was ambivalent before and thought he should remain club captain at least if he's still here, but have changed my mind - strip him of it completely.
NoJose should give him the Schweinsteiger treatment. Train with the under-21's
It's believable. We offered him a contract guaranteeing him a job after retirement ffs.
Exactly, even if it was a true legend such as Giggs or Gnev, if he was this shit I'd want him out.
Put a club hero in the reserves for honoring his contract....If he's not in shape and off the pace then absolutely yes.
Case in point. Neville knew he was gone and told SAF he was retiring. Fergie tried to talk him out of it but Neville knew he was done and retired. Never once can you imagine him asking to be paid up his contract (even though the club may well have offered it).
This is how Rooney should behave. He's got enough fecking money as it is. Just retire or ask to leave. Be grateful for anything the club offer.
Won't happen.Mourinho rates him far more than the posters on here do.Jose should give him the Schweinsteiger treatment. Train with the under-21's
Put a club hero in the reserves for honoring his contract....