Former Birmingham City boss Wayne Rooney has been tipped for his next manager job after leaving Blues in January
Former Birmingham City boss Wayne Rooney is reportedly plotting his return to management.
Rooney was sacked by the Blues at the start of January after a disappointing run of two wins in 15 matches The former England striker was a high-profile appointment but failed to bring the type of success he enjoyed during his playing days, taking the team from the play-off places to 20th in the Championship.
The 38-year-old previously earned plaudits for his work under difficult circumstances at Derby County before spending just over a year in MLS with ex-club DC United. It is claimed that Rooney could look to go abroad again in search of his next managerial role
According to The Sun, Rooney is “interested” in becoming a head coach in the Saudi Pro League, following in the footsteps of his former England teammate Steven Gerrard. Along with Robbie Fowler, who briefly led second-tier Al-Qadsiah when Saudi clubs poured money into the team last summer, other managers who have managed in the league this season include Nuno Espirito Santo and Slaven Bilic.
The report claims that Rooney is likely to attract strong interest within the Pro League and it is suggested that Rooney is open to the idea. of a move to the Middle East A source quoted by The Sun said: “Wayne realises he still has a lot to prove, but he believes he has what it takes to be a manager and would love the chance to manage a team in Saudi Arabia.”
Meanwhile, former Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard recently signed a two-year contract extension until 2027 with Al-Ettifaq. Gerrard has won 11 of his 25 games in charge so far and bid farewell to ex-Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson during the January transfer window.
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