Wayne Rooney was sacked by Plymouth earlier today (December 31) after winning just four of his 27 games in charge of the Championship side – but he is set to be offered a huge contract
Wayne Rooney is set to score a massive telly deal after he left his position at Plymouth. The ex-Manchester United ace left Home Park on a low after a just six months in charge, with the team languishing at the rock bottom of the Championship table – and it’s his fourth job he’s dropped in just two-and-a-half years.
Despite this rocky spell, Rooney’s a hot ticket for broadcasters, eyeing him for top pundit gigs, according to The Sun. A source quoted by the Sun said: “Wayne is regarded as one of the best pundits in the business. He’s very, very knowledgeable about the game. And even though he’s actually quite a shy person, he really feels at home in a TV studio.”
“It’s been a rubbish end to 2024 for Wayne, but he’s not going to be out of work for long. He’ll be offered punditry work straight away and there’s interest from Sky in a potential long-term deal to tie him down as a pundit.”
Rooney has already voiced his thoughts following his departure from Plymouth, reports the Mirror. In a statement, he expressed: “I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Board of Plymouth Argyle Football Club, in particular Simon Hallett and Neil Dewsnip who I shared great relationships with.”
He added: “Thanks also to all the staff who made me feel welcome and who make the club such a special place, the players and fans for their efforts and support during my time as Head Coach and I wish them all the best for the future. To the Green Army thanks for making the games at Home Park so special, they are memories that we will share forever.”
“I would also like to give a special mention to my coaching staff Kevin Nancekivell, Simon Ireland, Darryl Flahavan and Mike Phelan for their knowledge, dedication, help and support. Plymouth Argyle will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will continue to look out for and take interest in their results.”