New job for Wayne Rooney! Man Utd legend heading to Dubai after being axed by Championship side Plymouth

Rooney stepped down by mutual consent on New Year’s Eve after a challenging tenure that saw his side achieve only five victories in 25 games. The disappointing run led to mounting pressure in Devon, resulting in yet another managerial spell ending prematurely for the ex-Birmingham City and Derby County boss. However, the 39-year-old football icon will not be out of work for long as he's already been offered a new opportunity in the Middle East.

Rooney has been named as an ambassador for Football Escapes, a holiday company known for hosting premium football coaching experiences during school breaks. His first assignment will be a workshop entitled "Train with Wayne".

In an official statement shared on Instagram, Football Escapes announced: "We’re thrilled to announce that Wayne Rooney is our newest ambassador! Wayne will make his debut at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai, this February Half Term (17th–21st February 2025). This is your chance to give your kids the opportunity to train with one of football’s greatest icons."

The exclusive coaching sessions promise young players the opportunity to learn directly from Rooney, with prices for a family of four ranging between £7,500 and £8,650.

While Rooney’s immediate focus is on his ambassadorial duties with Football Escapes, he is also rumoured to be considering lucrative offers to return to television as a football pundit. His analytical insights and charismatic presence on screen have earned him praise during his previous stints in the media, and a full-time role in punditry appears to be a natural fit.

As Rooney prepares to head to Dubai for his February debut with Football Escapes, fans will be watching closely to see how this new chapter unfolds. Whether on the training pitch, in the pundit’s chair, or in future ventures, the iconic forward’s influence on the game remains undeniable.