London: Wayne Rooney (pictured) says he can’t wait to fulfil his childhood dream of playing for Everton in Europe in today’s Europa League tie against MFK Ruzomberok.
Rooney, who left Everton to join United in 2004, is a life-long fan of the Merseyside club and his move back to Goodison Park earlier in the close-season will allow him to live out his ambition of wearing the Toffees’ blue shirt in continental competition.
“Something I always wanted to do was play in Europe with Everton,” Rooney said.
“I was a bit disappointed not to do that before but now I’ll have a chance. Obviously I won the trophy last year so I’m hoping as a club we can go far and, you never know, try to win it. It would be even better.
“The first game back will be an emotional day for me and I’m looking forward to it. Overall, I’m looking forward to the season.”
