Rooney leaves Everton to join DC United

Former England international striker Wayne Rooney has left Everton to join Major League Soccer (MLS) side DC United, the Premier League club said on Thursday.

“Everton and Wayne Rooney have reached an agreement for the player to join MLS side DC United on a permanent transfer,” the English club said on their website.

“Rooney will complete the formalities of his move when the MLS transfer window opens on July 10.”