Wayne Rooney Reveals Shocking Details of His Biggest Manchester United Contract
Wayne Rooney stunned Stick To Football pundits by revealing the staggering details of his largest Manchester United contract. The England icon’s disclosure left football analysts speechless as they compared his wages to those of his peers.
Wayne Rooney stunned pundits by revealing his massive Manchester United contract, earning £17m a year, reflecting his legendary career and top-tier status.
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Rooney’s playing career remains one of England’s most illustrious. He secured five Premier League titles, a Champions League trophy, and numerous other honors. Scoring 53 goals in 120 England appearances and 313 goals across 763 club matches, Rooney consistently impressed with his talent and dedication.
Cristiano Ronaldo described Rooney as “the kid of England” and praised his mental and physical strength, labeling him a “fantastic team player.” Lionel Messi acknowledged the English striker’s impact on the field, calling Rooney “very special” and one of the few players who could improve any European squad. Thierry Henry also highlighted Rooney’s consistent excellence over more than a decade, emphasizing the international respect he commanded.
Rooney shared his biggest United contract details on Stick To Football, revealing a five-year deal signed in 2014 with reported annual wages of around £300,000. He added that the deal ultimately earned him £17 million ($22m) a year. Fellow pundits Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Ian Wright, and Roy Keane expressed amazement, noting the vast disparity compared to their own peak earnings. Neville joked about wishing he had used an agent during his time at Manchester United.
The forward emphasized that money was never his main focus, preferring long-term security over short-term gains. Carragher noted his top deal reached approximately £3 million, while Keane mentioned earning around £5 million at his peak.
Rooney retired from professional football after the 2020/21 season with Derby County, where he also served as manager. His former England and United teammate Rio Ferdinand described Rooney as a complete player, capable of scoring remarkable goals, passing effectively, and displaying unmatched aggression and work rate. David Moyes recalled a training session at Everton when a young Rooney amazed everyone by chipping a goalkeeper from the byline, showcasing his extraordinary talent.
Currently, Rooney has shifted focus to punditry, contributing to the BBC podcast and Match of the Day. Although his managerial career is on pause, a future return to the dugout remains a possibility.
