Rooney finds a bench in England

Published: October 10, 2023

By: Nicolas Gerbault

Wayne Rooney is preparing to take charge of an English D2 team.

Wayne Rooney, the former Manchester United striker, is about to return to his country for a new challenge as manager. His name is mentioned on the side of Birmingham, a Championship team (English D2).

A new challenge for Rooney

Rooney resigned as DC United manager last Sunday and Birmingham fired John Eustace earlier this week. The timing therefore seems ideal for a collaboration.

According to the Times, Rooney has agreed with the Blues on the personal terms of his commitment. “Wazza” would join St Andrews for a salary of around 33,000 euros per week. Birmingham currently sit sixth in the Championship table. Accession to the Premier League is therefore still possible.

As a reminder, Rooney has already coached in English D2. It was at Derby County. A rather complicated experience, because it resulted in relegation to League One.

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.