How Ferguson twice moved to sign Rooney from Everton

BBC Sport Friday 29 May 2026, 16:32 UTC 1 min read

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The article discusses Everton boss David Moyes revealing the inside story of Wayne Rooney's move to Manchester United on the Wayne Rooney Show. Sir Alex Ferguson made two attempts to sign the teenage striker from Everton. The article provides a factual account of the events without commentary.

Everton boss David Moyes reveals on the latest episode of the Wayne Rooney Show the inside story on Wayne Rooney's move to Manchester United - with Sir Alex Ferguson twice making moves to sign the then teenage striker.

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