Moyes hails Roo as Reds’ leader

MANCHESTER United boss David Moyes has spoken of his pride at the way Wayne Rooney has transformed from the boy he knew at Everton into a leader at Old Trafford.
Few could have foreseen the 28 year old playing such an important role for United after a summer in which his future had looked in doubt.

But on Saturday Rooney helped United to a 3-1 league win at Fulham, their fourth in a row.

Rooney played a key part in the success at Craven Cottage, with an assist, a goal and energy that allowed him to take hold of the match when the hosts threatened.

The striker looks to be blossoming under Moyes’ tutelage - a far cry from their supposed fractious relationship at Everton.

“He is a big leader in the team and desperate for the team to be successful,” the Scot said. “Obviously, having a successful team helps him as well. He has got leadership qualities. He is a man when he is on the pitch.

United are now slowly but surely quietening criticism, with an unbeaten run since losing at home to West Brom on September 28.