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Wayne Rooney says he got death threats when he left Everton for Manchester United.
Wayne Rooney faced death threats and vandalism after his 2004 transfer from Everton to Manchester United and emphasized the mental strength needed to endure local hostility.
- Wayne Rooney said he received death threats after leaving Everton to join Manchester United in a £27m transfer to Old Trafford.
- Rejecting Everton's offer, Rooney knew what he wanted for his career and said the Liverpool–Manchester rivalry made his decision to move clubs more difficult.
- The backlash included vandalism, and Rooney said his parents' house and Rooney's then-girlfriend, now wife's home were spray-painted and damaged, requiring mental resilience and career focus to cope.
- `Now the difference is social media`, Rooney added, noting his 16-year-old son Kai, who is on Manchester United’s youth setup, faces much greater attention today.
- Rooney urged strong support from clubs and family, stressing young first-team players face early judgement and need club staff and family as support network.
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The former Manchester United star has spoken out about the death threats he received after joining the Red Devils from Everton.
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