Rooney was never as good as Ronaldo

Former Manchester United fitness coach Mick Clegg has blamed Wayne Rooney’s fear of going to the gym as the reason why he has never been able to match his former United counterpart Cristiano Ronaldo.

Speaking to the Sun, Clegg stated that the wantaway United striker, whose fitness lately has been a cause for concern, was always reluctant to go to the gym as he was afraid of bulking up.

“Wayne didn’t see the importance of the gym really. He’d say, “I’m here to play football”. I always wish I could have pushed Wayne that bit further.”

“Wayne was always a big lad and was afraid of bulking up if he spent too much time in the gym.That’s what set Cristiano Ronaldo apart. He would do whatever training I prescribed and more. He lived and breathed football 24/7 and his dedication was phenomenal.”

“Wayne could still be as good as Cristiano if he emulated his attitude to the gym — he is an amazing athlete when he puts his mind to it.”