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Rooney Jr. signs Man Utd deal, mom worries
19 Jul
Summary
- Kai Rooney, 16, signed a first-year academy scholarship deal.
- Coleen Rooney fears Kai's career mirrors Wayne's pitfalls.
- Kai has a good head on his shoulders, unlike his father.
Sixteen-year-old Kai Rooney has signed a first-year academy scholarship deal with Manchester United, mirroring his father Wayne's legendary career. Coleen Rooney expressed pride in her eldest son's achievement, noting that Kai earned this opportunity through his own merit.
However, Coleen reportedly holds reservations about the intense pressures and potential pitfalls associated with a professional football career. Having experienced significant scandal and heartbreak during Wayne's rise to fame, she fears Kai might face similar challenges.
Wayne Rooney, who also turned professional at 16, struggled with fame and made public mistakes, including a drink-driving incident in 2017. Coleen has previously spoken about the difficulties of being a young WAG and the public eye.
Despite Coleen's concerns, sources close to the family believe Kai is well-equipped to handle the demands of the sport. Having grown up witnessing his parents' experiences, he is considered more prepared for the pitfalls of football fame and the scrutiny that comes with it.
