Former England skipper Wayne Rooney has found himself at the centre of a dramatic legal showdown after his luxury Bentley was dramatically seized by a finance firm. The high-stakes dispute revolves around an alleged six-figure debt, plunging the football legend into an unexpected off-pitch battle.
The Day the Bentley Was Taken
The situation escalated when representatives from a car finance company arrived at a car storage facility used by Rooney. They legally impounded the footballer's high-performance Bentley Bentayga, a vehicle worth over £100,000. The action was reportedly authorised by a court order, granting them the right to take possession of the asset.
Roots of the Financial Dispute
This conflict originates not from the Bentley itself, but from a separate transaction involving a different high-value car. According to reports, Rooney sold a multi-million pound McLaren supercar to a buyer. However, the finance company that had provided a loan for that McLaren claims a significant portion of the sale money, believed to be around £140,000, was never passed on to them to settle the outstanding finance.
The company argues that as the seller, Rooney was legally obligated to ensure their loan was repaid from the proceeds of the sale. The seizure of the Bentley is a direct attempt to reclaim the allegedly unpaid sum.
Rooney's Camp Fights Back
Sources close to the Manchester United legend have pushed back strongly against the claims. They assert that Rooney fulfilled all his responsibilities in the sale of the McLaren. His representatives are understood to be challenging the legality of the Bentley's seizure and are prepared to contest the matter vigorously in court.
This incident highlights the complex financial dealings that can surround top-tier athletes, even after their playing careers have ended. As Rooney continues his managerial journey, this legal entanglement serves as an unwelcome distraction.
