Can Rooney Play in Midfield Next Season?
After scoring United’s opener against Bournemouth and creating the other two goals, Rooney said after the game: “At the moment it’s better for me to play deeper.”
Despite closing in on Sir Bobby Charlton’s all-time goal record, Rooney looks set to move into midfield for the remainder of his career at club and country level.
The 30-year-old impressed against Bournemouth, albeit in a game that was played like a pre-season friendly. It’s in matches like this weekend’s FA Cup final that Rooney’s midfield credentials will really be put to the test.
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However, it now appears that Rooney will be a midfielder at United for the foreseeable future. If he carries on scoring and creating goals from deep, the switch could help him prolong his career.