Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney gives a moral justification for wanting Everton to return in 2017.

Wayne Rooney recently reflected on his decision to return to Everton after leaving Manchester United, shedding light on his journey back to his boyhood club.

Despite enduring a mixed relationship with Everton fans during his time at United,

Rooney eventually felt drawn to the idea of rejoining the Toffees.

Initially, returning to Everton wasn’t on Rooney’s radar when he joined Manchester

United, especially considering the abuse he received from some Everton supporters.

However, over the years, his perspective shifted as he attended several Everton

games and witnessed the passion of the fans.

This change in sentiment led him to envision playing for Everton again, particularly

for the sake of his children, who support both Manchester United and Everton.

Rooney highlighted several milestones achieved during his return to Everton, including

surpassing Frank Lampard in all-time Premier League assists and netting his first and only hat-trick for the

club, which culminated in a remarkable long-range strike against West Ham.

Despite the challenges and complexities of his relationship with the Everton fanbase,

Rooney’s love for the club, nurtured during his time in the academy, remained strong.

His return to Everton allowed him

to reconnect with his roots and contribute to the club’s legacy, leaving an indelible mark on both

his career and the club’s history.