Wayne Rooney responds to Cristiano Ronaldo 'jealous' accusation after criticisms of Manchester United star

Wayne Rooney has shrugged off Cristiano Ronaldo’s reaction to criticism of his old Manchester United team-mate, asking who would not be jealous of his “six pack”. Working as a pundit for Sky Sports earlier this week, the former England captain said Ronaldo’s return to Old Trafford had not worked out as planned — despite a few stand-out moments.

Ad/> Posting a picture on social media of his appearance on Monday Night Football, Ronaldo replied with a comment accusing Rooney of being “jealous” of him, and the Derby boss responded by saying that is probably the case for virtually everyone in the game. Football‘He’s ready to win the Ballon d’Or!’ – Spain reacts to sensational Benzema21 HOURS AGO «There's probably not a football player on the planet that isn't jealous of Cristiano,» said Rooney.

«The career he's had, the trophies he's won, the money he's earned… the six-pack, his body. I think every player, bar probably Lionel Messi, is jealous of Cristiano.» While working on the Sky Sports show, Rooney did not hold back while assessing Ronaldo’s return to United last summer, saying the club needed to focus on “younger, hungry players” and that he does not offer more than goals.

Although Ronaldo is United’s top scorer this season, it is Rooney who holds the all-time record — and he has had his say on reports claiming Ajax head coach Erik ten Haag is closing in on becoming the club’s new manager — believing he is the wrong choice. Man Utd set for summer shake-up, working on deal to sign Phillips — Paper Round Rooney 'choosing Pochettino' over Ten Hag as next United manager Ronaldo, Lewandowski, Messi… Neymar? Is the Qatar World Cup their swansong? The former striker thinks Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino would be a