Wayne Rooney 'ready to ditch Match of the Day' after just one season despite huge contract

Wayne Rooney 'ready to ditch Match of the Day' after just one season despite huge contractWayne Rooney has played a major part in the BBC's Match of the Day this season, but the Manchester Untied legend is seemingly ready to part ways with the flagship football showCommentsSportAaron Morris Senior Sports Reporter07:47, 04 Apr 2026Updated 07:48, 04 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesWayne Rooney is reportedly ready to return to management(Image: Newcastle United via Getty Image)Wayne Rooney is reportedly ready to snub Match of the Day and return to the world of football management, despite signing a £400,000 per year contract with the BBC. The Manchester United legend is said to have revealed his plans during his wife's 40th birthday celebrations earlier this week.‌The former England striker has worked in the media since 2024, when he left his job with Plymouth Argyle following a string of lacklustre form, having already worked in managerial roles with Derby County, DC United and Birmingham City. As per the Sun, Rooney secured a staggering annual salary of £400k with the BBC in a two-year deal after impressing executives.‌However, it is now believed that he is ready to return to the world of football management with another Championship or League One side. A source told the publication: "Wayne is enjoying his telly work, but he does want to get back into management.‌READ MORE: Gary Neville's podcast empire earnings detailed including massive monthly sumREAD MORE: Senne Lammens reveals direct message Michael Carrick sent to Man Utd dressing room"He will be open to it if the right opportunity comes up. Ideally, he would get something at the start of the summer so he is in position for the start of the season in August."Following an illustrious playing career spanning Everton, Manchester United, DC United and Derby, Rooney stepped into the world of football management with the latter in 2020. However, as the Rams found themselves relegated to L...