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'We went to watch Calvin Harris!' - Wayne Rooney explains how he ended up partying with Liverpool boss Arne Slot despite Man Utd & Everton allegiances

Wayne Rooney has revealed how he ended up partying with Liverpool boss Arne Slot despite his allegiance to Manchester United & Everton. This remarkable tale unfolded at a Calvin Harris performance on the party island of Ibiza as both Rooney and Slot found themselves at the same venue, tickets in hand, ready for a night of music.

  • Rooney talked about partying with Slot in Ibiza
  • Both were clubbed in the VIP category at a Calvin Harris concert
  • The duo chatted, shared drinks and had a lovely time
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Harris, a self-professed Liverpool fan, celebrated the club’s Premier League victory by joining the team on the open-top bus. But while the parade might have seen the players and fans celebrating, a couple of months later, it was the beats of Harris that set the stage for an entirely different kind of party. 

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    WHAT ROONEY SAID

    When Rooney and Slot arrived at Ushuaia, the famous Ibiza venue, little did they know that the night would lead to the two footballing figures sharing more than just a space to enjoy music.

    Speaking on The Wayne Rooney Show, the former striker revealed: "We went to watch Calvin Harris and they put us in a VIP area and Arne Slot was standing in front of me. So we had a good chat." 

    Rooney, who has spent most of his career battling Liverpool on the pitch with both United and Everton, admits that while it’s hard to swallow Liverpool’s recent successes, he still respects the achievement.

    "I said congratulations on winning the league," he added. "I think as much as I don't want Liverpool to win the league, I think you've still got to be graceful as well. So I said congratulations, and then we watched Calvin Harris, and we had a few drinks."

  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    After the show, Rooney and Slot made their way to see the DJ, continuing their conversation.

    "After the show we both went in to see Calvin and had another good chat again," he said. "He seemed like a really nice fella and I just hope he isn't as successful this season as he was last."

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    WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL?

    Liverpool are set to face off against Newcastle in what promises to be an intense fixture at St. James’ Park. With the transfer saga surrounding Alexander Isak heating up, the Merseysiders may find themselves facing a hostile crowd. However, after securing a thrilling 4-2 win in their season opener against Bournemouth, they will be looking to build momentum and clinch another three points on Monday night.

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