‘Really happy on TV’ – Wayne Rooney future hint after coaching flops as wife Coleen explains why return to management for Man Utd legend will not be imminent

Ex-England captain Rooney has become a much sought-after commodity for broadcasters on the back of seeing another forgettable stint in the dugout brought to a close. The 39-year-old lasted just 25 games at Plymouth, having previously managed only 83 days alongside NFL legend Tom Brady at Birmingham.

Rooney initially left himself open to offers, admitting that he could be persuaded to fill roles with U21 or backroom teams. He has, however, returned to punditry duty – with Amazon Prime and Match of the Day – and is happy spending stress-free time with his family.

With that in mind, Coleen has told the Nicky Byrne HQ podcast when asked about Rooney’s short-term plans: “At the minute, he's really happy on TV, podcasts and just being at home. Plymouth was a bit far. It hasn't worked out at certain clubs. It's something he's passionate about. It's something he might revisit. He's passionate about TV.”

Coleen is enjoying having Wayne around a bit more at present, with the mother of four having grown accustomed to the WAG lifestyle which often sees partners spending a lot of time on the road. The I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here runner-up added: “At times it's like being a single parent, especially when he was at Manchester United and England. You could never rely on a plan. I like a plan and a schedule. I found that hard.”

Wayne and Coleen are now spending more time together, along with their sons, and are said to have agreed a £10 million ($13m) deal with streaming giants Disney+ that will soon deliver an ‘At Home With’ documentary series.