Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney has released a statement regarding his future at the club, in order to clear the on-going confusion regarding his stay at the club. Wayne Rooney has long been linked with a move away from the club, with a move to China being regarded as a possible destination for the English legend.

However, Rooney has released a statement clearing all doubts about his future, saying that he wants to stay at the club and help the team compete for trophies.

This must potentially put all the rumours to bed as there has been huge uncertainty regarding the Manchester United captain’s position at the club.

The statement read, “Despite the interest which has been shown from other clubs, for which I’m grateful, I want to end recent speculation and say that I am staying at Manchester United. I hope I will play a full part in helping the team in its fight for success on four fronts. It’s an exciting time at the club and I want to remain a part of it.”

When the rumours surfaced, a lot of experts and former players came out with suggestions that a player like Wayne Rooney must not move to China. Paul Merson was one of the lot, who said Rooney shouldn’t be moving to China.

Rooney’s statement comes at an important time for the club as they are preparing to face Southampton in an all-important EFL Cup final this weekend.

It is always essential for a club to be clear about certain things. One is the position of the manager in charge of the club, and the second being the captain’s position at the club. The uncertainty that existed around Rooney’s future would surely have affected some of the youngsters in the squad who look up to someone like the England striker. His stature is so big and his mere presence in the dressing room is enough to lift the team spirit.

Credits must be given to Wayne Rooney for acting responsibly and doing his captain’s duty at a very important time. This only goes on to highlight why a player like Wayne deserves to be the captain of the club and be celebrated as he always has been.

The club’s all-time highest goalscorer is not leaving the club anytime soon, and this news must come as a treat for Manchester United fans after their club’s easy progress to the round of 16 stage of the UEFA Europa League. Surely, the team must now be in extremely great spirits to take on Southampton in the final.

Long live Captain Wayne!