In a stunning revelation that will captivate football fans across Britain, Wayne Rooney has finally disclosed the true story behind one of the most dramatic transfer sagas in Premier League history.
The Crossroads Moment
The year was 2004, and an 18-year-old Rooney stood at a career-defining juncture. Fresh from his explosive breakthrough at Everton, England's most promising young talent found himself with two Manchester giants vying for his signature.
"I could have signed for Manchester City," Rooney confessed, sending shockwaves through the football community. "I went to their training ground and everything was ready for me to sign."
Why United Won the Battle
So what changed the course of English football history? According to Rooney, it came down to one pivotal conversation with the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson.
"What swung it was speaking to Alex Ferguson," Rooney revealed. The United manager's vision and ambition proved irresistible, convincing the young prodigy that Old Trafford was where his destiny lay.
The £27 Million Gamble
United's decision to invest £27 million in an 18-year-old was considered astronomical at the time. Yet this bold move would prove to be one of the shrewdest investments in football history.
Rooney went on to become United's all-time leading goalscorer, netting an incredible 253 goals across 559 appearances. His trophy cabinet swelled with five Premier League titles, one Champions League, and an FA Cup during his thirteen-year tenure at the club.
A Legacy Forged in Red
Looking back, Rooney's decision fundamentally altered the landscape of Manchester football. While City were still emerging as contenders, United secured a player who would become an icon of the modern era.
The revelation adds another fascinating layer to the Manchester rivalry, highlighting how close football history came to unfolding completely differently.
