Wayne Rooney admits he may have to become more selfish to secure
himself his preferred role as a central striker in Sir Alex
Ferguson’s blueprint.
The firebrand Merseysider is relishing the chance to line up as
England’s out-and-out forward against Kazakhstan this weekend,
having been deployed on the left side of United’s attack during the
latter stages of the season.
“The position I play for England is the one I like playing
most,” Rooney told a press conference. “I haven’t played that
position for a while for United.
“When you’re playing out on the left you have responsibilities
to get back a bit more. Sometimes that takes away a bit of energy
from your attacking.
“It’s the manager’s choice. I’ve always said my best position is
playing up front. Maybe I need to be more selfish to get the role I
want.”
Rooney enjoyed his second-highest scoring season with United
last term, bagging 20 goals from 49 appearances.