Liverpool fans have been having their say on Everton’s divisive move…
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher had made negatives comments about Everton’s spending spree earlier this week, telling his Twitter followers that none of the signings would make it into Jurgen Klopp’s side.
Correct or not, Everton are making headlines on Merseyside, outspending their more successful rivals in a bid to gatecrash the top four in 2017/18.
So it is impossible to escape the noise being drummed up by Everton’s impending deal to re-sign former wonderkid Wayne Rooney.
Wayne Rooney is England’s record goalscorer
BBC Sport report the deal is progressing, with Manchester United happy to let him depart and that talks are ongoing.
Despite initial fan anger about Rooney’s departure back in 2004, the striker has always spoken well of the Toffees and is believed to be keen on a return.
The bitterness felt by supporters 13 years ago has subsided, morphing into concern over whether the 31-year-old is good enough for their first team.
Is Wayne Rooney heading back to where it all started?
Rooney scored only three goals from open play last season in the Premier League, but there is hope that bringing him back can rejuvenate his career.
It would certainly up the ante on Merseyside, but the mood among rivals Liverpool fans is not one of concern.
The reaction to the reports is more that of confusion at Everton’s ability and desire to pay his huge wages, and comments suggesting he is well past his prime.
Here is a look at how Liverpool fans reacted to reports about Rooney’s potential huge move back to Everton…
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