![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/rooney-picking-ten-hags-brains-as-he-targets-dream-man-utd-manager-job/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/RR-OFFPLEX-MANU-ROONEY-TENHAG.jpg&description=WAYNE ROONEY has struck up a bond with the new Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, the Sun understands. The former England striker has been a regular visitor to his former club's training HQ in recent weeks, even turning up at times in a club tracksuit. Wayne Rooney has designs on the Man Utd job- but not just yetCredit: Getty Rooney has been speaking with Erik ten Hag and visiting CarringtonCredit: Reuters The DC United boss is back in the UK following the end of his club's MLS season and has visited Carrington to watch kids Kai, 12, and Klay, 9, train with United's academy. But the Sun can reveal he's rubbed shoulders with Utd's new Dutch manager and his coaching staff - and has been left 'massively impressed'. Our source said: 'Wayne has met Eric and really likes him. He sees some of Sir Alex in the new manager. He's very single-minded, focused and determined and has a vision for where he wants to take the club. 'They both picked each other's brains and Wayne, naturally, is keen to have the chance to soak up as much knowledge from more experienced managers. Erik was more than happy to share some advice and support. "Wayne is still learning his craft but one day he'd love to be in Eric's position and manage Utd. That would be his dream job and he will work flat out to get there.' Rooney has previously admitted he was in the frame for the Everton manager's job - but is seemingly holding out for an emotional Old Trafford return. He admitted: 'The whole reason in me going into management is Manchester United. I got offered the job interview for the Everton job. 'I want to be Manchester United manager. I know I am not ready now but I have to plan everything I do to make sure one day it will happen.' HOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALL The former England international's American outfit finished bottom of the Eastern Conference with just seven wins from 34 matches – although Rooney did not take over until July. But he is now enjoying the off-season. Older son Kai recen){kind=link}
WAYNE ROONEY has struck up a bond with the new Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, the Sun understands.
The former England striker has been a regular visitor to his former club’s training HQ in recent weeks, even turning up at times in a club tracksuit.
The DC United boss is back in the UK following the end of his club’s MLS season and has visited Carrington to watch kids Kai, 12, and Klay, 9, train with United’s academy.
But the Sun can reveal he’s rubbed shoulders with Utd’s new Dutch manager and his coaching staff – and has been left “massively impressed”.
Our source said: “Wayne has met Eric and really likes him. He sees some of Sir Alex in the new manager. He’s very single-minded, focused and determined and has a vision for where he wants to take the club.