Wayne Rooney reaches ‘deal in principle’ to join MLS side DC United

Wayne Rooney has agreed a ‘deal in principle’ that could see him leave Everton for Major League Soccer (MLS) side DC United this summer in a $14 million deal.

Wayne Rooney agreed to a deal to bolt Everton for Major League Soccer when the transfer window opens.

Everton’s Wayne Rooney will join DC United for $14 million after agreeing a ‘deal in principle’ with the Major League Soccer (MLS) side, according to reports. (REUTERS)

Rooney, 32, is reportedly set to sign with DC United in a deal worth as much as $14 million, according to BBC News.

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Rooney’s representatives began negotiating terms of a contract to move Rooney from the Premier League club. Manager Sam Allardyce has said Rooney is not guaranteed a starting spot next season.

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He re-joined Everton in July 2017 and is halfway through a two-year deal. He spent 13 seasons at Manchester United after signing from Everton as an 18-year-old, becoming their record goalscorer and winning five Premier League titles and the Champions League.