Former Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has revealed that he wishes he played for Scottish giants Celtic during his playing career.
In an interview via the Daily Mirror, Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney named Celtic as the surprise club he wished he had played for. The Englishman was in action for Manchester United Legends against Celtic Legends, and he scored a stunning free-kick during the game.
The former England captain rolled back the years with his impressive goal and then revealed his admiration towards the Scottish club. Celtic are one of the most successful clubs in the world. and playing for them would have been an exciting opportunity for the former Manchester United captain. Furthermore, having a player of his calibre play for the club would have been quite an experience for Celtic and their fans as well.
“Thank you very much for that, I appreciate it. I will put this up in my house.” Wayne Rooney also went to admit he would have liked to have signed for the Scottish giants during his career, adding: “Celtic have always been a team I have followed and always wanted them to win.
“Unfortunately, I didn’t get the opportunity [to play for Celtic], I would have liked to at some point to try and play for Celtic. I didn’t have that chance, it didn’t work out. I think they were always special games [against Celtic]. All the Celtic fans travel in their numbers. To go there to Celtic and experience that atmosphere and that Champions League night was special. It’s always special playing against Celtic.”
Rooney would have been a quality player for Celtic
Wayne Rooney is undoubtedly one of the greatest players of his generation, and he left a lasting impression on the world of football his playing days. He could have helped Celtic win major trophies as well if he had played for them. The former England international was more than just a goalscorer, and his overall footballing acumen was truly outstanding.
Ever since he decided to hang up his boots, Wayne Rooney has managed teams like Derby County, Birmingham City FC, and now Plymouth Argyle. It will be interesting to see if he can manage a big club in the near future. Meanwhile, his comments will certainly impress Celtic fans who will be delighted to know that a world class player like Rooney wishes he had played for the Scottish outfit.
