Manchester United's all-time leading goalscorer Wayne Rooney raised an eyebrow or two when he took up the manager's job at D.C.
United earlier this year. Granted, Rooney had spent a small portion of his playing career at the Washington-based outfit. But after the praise he won for a hugely difficult first job in management at Derby County, many expected the 36-year-old to bide his time and wait for a job higher up the English pyramid.
Instead, he filled the D.C. United vacancy less than a month after leaving the relegated Rams. Now, in a candid interview, he has spoken of how he thinks more English coaches should spread their wings and try their luck abroad, while also outlining his goals in management. Read more: United player walking disciplinary tightrope ahead of City clash Speaking to The Times, Rooney said: "My ambition one day is to manage at the top and that (a multinational environment) is what you get at top clubs.
I looked and thought it’s a great chance to experience it. "It’s a chance to take myself out of my comfort zone and develop as a coach.
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