Wayne Rooney Names Two Top Man United Stars Club Should Axe After Poor Season

Wayne Rooney Names Two Top Man United Stars Club Should Axe After Poor Season

Fred Kennedy
updated at April 12, 2023 at 7:59 PM
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  • Wayne Rooney has called on Manchester United to rethink their transfer policy and get rid of superstar players like Ronaldo and Pogba
  • According to Rooney, United should consider moving on from the duo and instead recruit "young and hungry" players
  • Ronaldo has a year left on his current deal with the Red Devils, while Pogba's contract is set to expire in the summer
  • Rooney's wild suggestion came at a time Man United are struggling for form, with the side in danger of failing to qualify for the Champions League

Wayne Rooney has said Man United should consider parting ways with Cristiano Ronaldo and Paul Pogba.

The Man United legend's suggestion came amid the club's ongoing struggles this term that will see them end the season without a trophy.

Cristiano Ronaldo look dejected in action during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Watford at Old Trafford. Photo by Joe Prior.
Cristiano Ronaldo look dejected in action during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Watford at Old Trafford. Photo by Joe Prior.
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The Red Devils are also in danger of missing out on a top-four finish, with Arsenal, West Ham United, and Tottenham Hotspur currently ahead of them on the log.

Wayne Rooney says Man United should axe Pogba and Ronaldo

Rooney has now said it is about time United consider parting ways with some of their veteran players like Pogba and Ronaldo.

According to the Derby County boss, axing the duo from the team would allow United to progress.

"But I think if you look to the future of the club you would have to go with younger, hungry players to do the best to lift Manchester United over these next two, three years," Rooney told Sky Sports.
"And obviously Cristiano is getting on a bit."
"I think it's probably got to a point now probably it's better for him (Pogba) to move on," he added.

Rooney backs Pochettino for Man United job

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Wayne Rooney has voiced his opinion on who Manchester United should hire as their next permanent manager.

When probed who Man United should name as their next boss, Rooney picked Pochettino ahead of Ten Hag, with the Red Devils' legend declaring the Argentine as an ideal candidate for the role.

Rooney cited Pochettino's experience in the Premier League as one of the key factors that give him an edge over Ten Hag.

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