Everton sold Wayne Rooney to DC United soon after Marco Silva’s arrival at Goodison Park.
DC United fans have praised Wayne Rooney for his performance for them on debut on Saturday evening.
Rooney pulled on a DC United shirt for the first time following his move from Everton at at the weekend.
The striker helped set up a goal in a 3-0 victory for his new MLS side, and the former Everton man impressed his new fans.
Marco Silva quickly deemed it Rooney expendable after taking charge at Goodison Park.
Everton have saved a considerable amount by offloading Rooney, as they no longer have to pay his sizeable wages.
Everton are yet bring in a replacement for the former ex-England international, but are expected to be active before the window closes.
Silva is thought to have significant funds to invest at Everton, but things are yet to really heat up on Merseyside.
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