December 4th 2024.
Wayne Rooney, a legendary figure in England and for Manchester United, has recently been deemed a potential candidate for a Premier League job despite his struggles as manager for Plymouth Argyle, a Championship side. Currently, Plymouth sits at 21st place in the second-division, only two points above the relegation zone. In their last three games, they have conceded a total of 12 goals, leaving fans and critics alike questioning Rooney's leadership. Since taking over in May, Plymouth has only won four out of their 18 Championship games.
In a recent interview, Rooney expressed that this past week has been the toughest in his managerial career thus far. After their 4-0 loss to Bristol City, he even admitted to feeling embarrassed while applauding the loyal Plymouth fans who had traveled to support their team. Despite these difficulties, former United striker Louis Saha believes that Rooney could be a strong contender for the Everton job if it were to become available. Like Plymouth, Everton has also been struggling and is currently sitting at 17th place in the Premier League, just two points above the relegation zone. With rumors circulating that current manager Sean Dyche may be sacked, Saha believes that Rooney, who started his career at Everton, would be a strong contender for the job.
Rooney, who is widely recognized as one of the greatest players for both England and Manchester United, has not had the same level of success in his managerial roles with Derby County, DC United, Birmingham City, and now Plymouth Argyle. When asked if Rooney could potentially become the manager for Everton, Saha responded that he couldn't see why not. He praised Rooney's dedication and love for the game, stating that he is constantly seeking opportunities to learn and improve as a manager. However, Saha also acknowledges that Rooney has yet to prove himself as a successful manager and that any future opportunities should be earned through his team's performance rather than his name.
Rooney's former Manchester United teammate, Louis Saha, also weighed in on the topic, stating that he believes Rooney needs to prove himself before taking on a bigger job. He used the example of Ruben Amorim, who was hired by United after proving himself with Sporting. Saha believes that success as a manager is necessary for Rooney to earn a bigger opportunity in the future.
Despite the current struggles, Plymouth's chief, Neil Dewsnip, has expressed his full support for Rooney and his dedication to turning things around for the club. In an interview with BBC Radio Devon, Dewsnip stated that Rooney is determined to steer the team in the right direction and that everyone is standing behind him. Former Premier League striker Chris Sutton also expressed his sympathy for Rooney and the pressure he is facing. He believes that keeping Plymouth in the division would be a significant achievement for Rooney, given the expectations for the team.
Looking ahead, Plymouth is set to face Oxford United on Saturday, a team that is currently one point and four places above them in the standings. Despite the challenges they have faced, Rooney and his team are determined to put on a strong performance and secure a win for their fans. Only time will tell if Rooney can turn things around for Plymouth and prove himself as a successful manager in the future.
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