Wayne Rooney - 'Angry and confused' no more?

Can David Moyes bring out the best in Wayne Rooney?

The club has protected and supported him all the way. With Sir Alex no longer in the fray, a new management is perhaps, what Wayne needs right now. Having previously worked with David Moyes at Everton, there is no doubt that Moyes will do whatever it takes to bring back that 16-year-old lad, he once knew. The players love him and know how important he is to the club if they are to mount a challenge this season. In a transfer window that brought about one significant signing, Rooney is needed now more than ever.

So it appears that the club seems to have accepted him, but what about the fans? Are they ready to forgive him for a second time?

When the story of his alleged transfer request broke out the second time, the United faithful were angry and wanted him out as soon as possible, giving the club enough time to find a suitable replacement. The situation got worse, day by day, No indications were forthcoming from the Rooney camp regarding his situation, even making David Moyes look a bit foolish in the press conferences. The fans seemed to be more ‘angry and confused’ than him.

This anger slowly developed into fear, when rivals such as Arsenal and Chelsea, looked to seize the opportunity. The fans couldn’t bear to see him join another club in England. The fact that he didn’t clarify the situation made the fans even more apprehensive.

Rooney was pulled out of the pre-season squad just days before the first game. Questions were raised as to whether he was really injured, or whether something was taking place in the background. It appeared that it was only a matter of time before Chelsea had their man and the fans were resigned to the fact that he was leaving. United still hadn’t made a marquee signing and the fans were really frustrated, with many calling it quits even before the start of the season.

Many expected Rooney to get some stick from the fans, when he made his first appearance of the season. It was quite the contrary, actually. The fans were behind him, firing him up, making him feel loved again. They just couldn’t hate their hero. Rooney knew that he could only win the trust of the fans once again with his performances. His recent performances have been second to none. His body language seems to have a put smile back on everyone’s faces. So far, he has been very professional about the situation and the dressing room seems to be united.

If Rooney were to maintain this current form for large periods of the season, there is no doubt that United will be gunning for trophies till the very last day. It is the responsibility of the club as well as the fans to ensure that Rooney is happy and motivated. There is no better club for him at this point in time than Manchester United. Once he realizes this, there’s no doubt that he will finish his career at Manchester United and attain the legendary status he truly deserves.

The past will be forgotten and the Stretford End will continue to chant his name forever!