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Rooney’s 11-year-old son Kai signs for Manchester United academy
United’s record goalscorer posted a picture on social media of the 11-year-old Kai, the oldest of his four sons, signing a contract to join the Premier League club’s youth academy.
Updated on: Dec 18, 2020, 07:48:28 IST
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One of Wayne Rooney’s sons has followed in his father’s footsteps by signing for Manchester United.
United’s record goalscorer posted a picture on social media of the 11-year-old Kai, the oldest of his four sons, signing a contract to join the Premier League club’s youth academy.
“Proud day,” Rooney posted on Instagram. “Kai signing for @manchesterunited. Keep up the hard work son.”
The 38-year-old Rooney is currently interim manager of Derby in the second division.
The former England striker had a glittering 13-year career at Old Trafford, scoring 253 times in 559 appearances.
“Special night..... congratulations Kai,” Rooney’s wife, Coleen, wrote on Instagram. “I love you and I am so proud of you. Keep trying your best.”
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