English football forward and Manchester United all-time top scorer who also held the England national team scoring record on his retirement.
Background
Born in Liverpool, England, Wayne Rooney came through Everton’s youth academy and made his Premier League debut at age 16, scoring his first senior goal days before turning 17.
Career
He moved to Manchester United in 2004 and spent 13 seasons there, winning five Premier League titles and the 2008 Champions League. He returned to Everton in 2017, played briefly in MLS and at Derby County, then retired in 2021.
Style of play
A two-footed forward who could play as a striker, attacking midfielder, or wide attacker, Rooney combined long-range shooting with strong link-up play and creative passing.
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