Gary Lineker pays tribute to Wayne Rooney as Manchester United legend announces retirement

straight to your inbox every day for freeWayne Rooney and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are both in agreement when it comes to their verdict on Manchester United prospect Teden Mengi. Mengi has joined Rooney's Derby County on loan for the rest of the season after making a deadline day move to Pride Park.

straight to your inbox every day for freeTeden Mengi has revealed he accepted the chance to join Derby County on loan after speaking with the Manchester United coaching team about his development.Mengi made his first-team debut under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer against LASK Linz last season and has captained Neil Wood's U23 side this term.The defender was absent from the squad which defeated Liverpool on Saturday and completed his loan move on Sunday.He links up with United great Wayne Rooney who was

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United youngsters Dylan Levitt, Ethan Galbraith and Matej Kovar could follow Teden Mengi out on loan before the transfer deadline. The young United quartet have all been subject to loan interest this January, though the club are yet to decide whether to sanction temporary moves for some of them.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United youngster Teden Mengi looks set to join Derby County until the end of the season.MEN Sport understands the 18-year-old centre-back is in talks with the team managed by United legend Wayne Rooney. The deal has not yet been finalised but it looks 'likely' that the Rams will seal a loan deal on deadline day.

direct to your inboxGary Lineker has sent Manchester United and Liverpool a "frightening" Premier League title warning after Manchester City climbed to the top of the table.City thumped West Bromwich Albion 5-0 at the Hawthorns on Tuesday night to leapfrog United and go top for the first time this season.

straight to your inbox every day for freeMore than 10 million people watched the BBC coverage of Manchester United's victory over Liverpool, presenter Gary Lineker has revealed.The FA Cup fourth round tie at Old Trafford on Sunday was broadcast live on BBC One. There was always likely to be plenty of interest in the match - and viewers were not disappointed as United edged a thrilling encounter 3-2.

straight to your inbox every day for freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer has credited his Manchester United signings over the last 12 months with transforming the mentality inside the dressing room, insisting the days when players moved to Old Trafford for a comfortable payday are over.The United manager made changing the culture in the squad a top priority when he got the job on a permanent basis and he believes the fruits of that work are being seen in some of the victories United are grinding out this

straight to your inbox every day for freeRio Ferdinand says six teams are in the Premier League title race this season.Manchester United's draw with Liverpool at the weekend gave Leicester City the chance to go top and they saw off Chelsea on Tuesday with an impressive victory, before Manchester City moved to the summit with a win over Aston Villa the following day.

straight to your inbox every day for freeGary Neville says Wayne Rooney was the best centre forward he ever saw at Manchester United. Rooney - United 's all-time leading scorer with 253 goals - called time on his illustrious playing career last week after being appointment permanent manager of Derby County.

direct to your inboxGary Lineker has given his thoughts on this season's 'fascinating' Premier League title chase after watching the latest matches involving Manchester United, Liverpool and Manchester City.United currently lead the way after they drew 0-0 with Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday to remain three points clear of the defending champions. City then laid down a marker by beating Crystal Palace 4-0 at the Etihad Stadium to move up to second in the table.

straight to your inbox every day for freeLiverpool legend Jamie Carragher believes Jurgen Klopp's side should learn from Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson.United face off against Liverpool in a first-vs-third clash this afternoon, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side holding a three-point advantage over the champions heading into the game.

straight to your inbox every day for freeRio Ferdinand hailed Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney after he announced his retirement from playing on Friday.Rooney enjoyed an illustrious career at Old Trafford, where he stands as the club's all-time record scorer, before returning to Everton in 2017 - then heading to Derby County, via MLS outfit DC United. Standing as one of United and England's greatest-ever players, Rooney's brilliance will be remembered for years to come.

straight to your inbox every day for freeSir Alex Ferguson believes Wayne Rooney is moving into management for the right reasons.The Manchester United legend announced his retirement from playing on Friday as he was appointed Derby County manager on a permanent basis after previously taking caretaker charge since November.Rooney's former manager at United Ferguson is keen to see his old player do well.Speaking with Sir Kenny Dalglish and Gareth Southgate in a charity Zoom event for Lockdown

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes Wayne Rooney has all the attributes to become a top manager.United icon Rooney announced his retirement from football on Friday after taking permanent charge of Championship side Derby County.