Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, has revealed that
Wayne Rooney asked to leave the club.
On Sunday, Rooney’s return to Everton was confirmed on
a two-year deal.
Mourinho admits he felt the need to grant the 31-year-old’s
request to move back to his boyhood club, after a 13-year stint at Old
Trafford.
“It is no secret that I have long been an admirer of Wayne;
he has been a model professional throughout his time at the club and will
remain in the history books for many years to come,” Mourinho said in a
statement posted on United’s official website.
“It is never easy to see a great player playing less
football than he would like and I could not stand in his way when he asked to
go back to Everton.
“His experience, focus and determination will be missed and
I wish him well for the future.”
By Ifreke Inyang
