Wayne Rooney joined Everton this season after 13 years with Manchester United. “Getting close.”United executives have not commented on their pursuit of Rooney, the all-time leading scorer for Manchester United and the English national team. In the wake of a nine-month Premier League season with Everton, he is scheduled to go on vacation soon before resuming workouts. Amid claims of heavy financial losses playing at RFK Stadium, D.C. has been among the thriftiest spenders in MLS for many years. Despite growing optimism in D.C. circles about acquiring Rooney, some in the organization remain cautious.

Source: Washington Post May 14, 2018 16:52 UTC