The first comprehensive biography of Wayne Rooneys full career after his retirement. In January 2021 Wayne Rooney became manager of Derby County and announced, at the same time, that he was retiring from playing - bringing an abrupt and unexpected end to a career that saw him become the leading goalscorer of his country and the most famous club in the country. Rooney was seen as the jewel of England's 'golden generation' from the moment he burst on to the scene in 2002.