Everton Forward To Meet MLS

Everton forward Wayne Rooney will hold talks in Washington with Major League Soccer side DC United on Thursday.

Rooney rejoined Everton in July 2017 having spent 13 seasons at Manchester United.

BBC Sport also understands Everton have given Rooney permission to speak to the American club but would welcome him remaining on Merseyside next season.

The Toffees are also keen for Rooney to discuss his future with their new director of football, former PSV Eindhoven sporting director Marcel Brands, and meet their new manager once appointed – with ex-Watford boss Marco Silva the main contender for that role.

The bottom line is it is now more likely than it has ever has been that Rooney will be starting a new phase of his career in Major League Soccer when new signings are allowed to play in July.