Wayne Rooney disclosed his staggering £17 million annual Manchester United contract, leaving former teammates Gary Neville and Roy Keane speechless amidst a discussion on football earnings.
According to a report from Daily Mail, Wayne Rooney has dropped bombshell revelations about the size and structure of his biggest contract with Manchester United, leaving his former teammates Gary Neville and Roy Keane visibly stunned.
The former England captain detailed how lucrative his deal at Old Trafford became, explaining that it far exceeded conventional pay scales even for elite players of his era.
Rooney claims that the contract included not just a hefty base salary, but also significant bonuses, signing-on figures, and add-ons that many in the media and footballing circles would deem extraordinary.
He said that when he presented parts of the deal, both Neville and Keane “went completely silent” in reaction.
According to Rooney, such financial terms reflected how highly United valued him at his peak, and illustrated the lengths to which the club was willing to go to tie him down for the long term.
While Rooney did not provide an exact breakdown in every category, he made clear that the deal represented a major commitment from United.
He suggested that the contract was about more than just immediate pay — it was a statement of intent by both player and club.
He also reflected on the impact such a contract had on his career, arguing that it brought expectations and pressure, but also affirmed his importance to the club’s long-term plans.
Rooney’s comments came during a candid appearance (the report does not name the exact forum) where he discussed his legacy at United, his relationship with club legends, and how he viewed his role in the dressing room.
By sharing these contractual details, Rooney has opened a rare window into the financial realities behind the career of one of Manchester United’s all-time greats — and the surprising pay package that once made even his closest teammates speechless.