Out-of-work Wayne Rooney is pondering a swap to boxing for a one-off bout.
The Manchester United legend and boxing fanatic has held talks about competing on a Misfits present, which sees YouTube stars and influencers like KSI and Logan Paul compete for large purses. The 38-year-old was lately sacked as Birmingham City boss after simply 15 video games, placing a significant dent in his hopes of forging a protracted profession in administration.
Rooney is now contemplating swapping soccer boots for boxing gloves. The former England ace is assessing his choices as he waits to see if one other managerial job presents itself after his stints with Birmingham, DC United and Derby County.
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But a high-profile boxing match could possibly be subsequent up for Rooney, who was a member of an beginner membership in Liverpool throughout his childhood. He as soon as joined Manchester City fan Ricky Hatton for his ring stroll forward of the Hitman’s conflict with Jose Luis Castillo in Las Vegas in 2007. He has been ringside for quite a few different main fights.
Rooney has beforehand contacted Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn and jokingly requested him to arrange a battle. He has additionally been in contact with KSI about going through him, the YouTube persona revealed in December 2022.
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But turning to Misfits for a battle is now seen as a critical choice for the retired footballer with talks having taken place in current weeks. Misfits is just not underneath the foundations of the British Boxing Board of Control so Rooney wouldn’t be competing in skilled boxing.
The occasions – that are broadcast on streaming channel DAZN on pay-per-view – have a mixture of social media celebrities of varied fame and infamy competing.
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They have led to controversy after some ugly scenes at press conferences and weigh-ins within the overhyped promotions whereas boxing consultants have referred to as for the occasions to be distanced from the precise sport.
Rooney has but to comply with any phrases and discussions are nonetheless at an early stage. Given his incomes potential in soccer continues to be excessive, a big sum could be wanted to get Rooney to signal.