A resurfaced clip featuring Wayne Rooney and Gary Neville has once again captured fans’ attention, revealing the staggering wages the Manchester United legend earned during his prime years. The exchange, recorded a couple of months ago, shows Neville’s disbelief as Rooney casually admits how much he made at the height of his career.
A resurfaced clip featuring Wayne Rooney and Gary Neville has once again captured fans’ attention, revealing the staggering wages the Manchester United legend earned during his prime years.
The exchange, recorded a couple of months ago, shows Neville’s disbelief as Rooney casually admits how much he made at the height of his career.
Even years after retirement, Rooney remains one of English football’s most influential figures.
The candid moment between the two former teammates reminded fans of the incredible salaries top players commanded during Manchester United’s era of dominance under Sir Alex Ferguson.
Wayne Rooney’s £17 million revelation stunned Gary Neville
In a now-viral video shared via YouTube, Gary Neville recalled his own contract at United, saying, “I was your team-mate in 2010-11 on £1.75million, I’m captain.”
Without missing a beat, Rooney replied, “The biggest I’ve been on is about £17million a year.” The offhand comment left Neville laughing in disbelief.
It provided a glimpse into the vast financial gap between player earnings even within the same dressing room.
Rooney’s admission aligned with reports from 2010, when his contract renewal made global headlines. His new deal was worth over £300,000 per week, making him one of the best-paid players in the Premier League and cementing his position as United’s leading man.
The striker’s consistency, marketability, and impact on the pitch justified his record-breaking wages.
Gary Neville’s priceless reaction to Wayne Rooney’s salary
When Neville heard Rooney’s earnings, his reaction was as honest as it was amusing. “I think I should’ve got paid a little bit more. That’s amazing, well done, congratulations… Well done, Paul.”
He added with a grin, “Paul, let’s have a chat after. I think I need an agent! All that stuff I said over the years about not needing an agent, you need a f______ agent! £17m a year, that’s unbelievable, Wazza. Wow!”
The exchange was filled with laughter but also nostalgia, as it brought back memories of the glory days when both were key figures at Old Trafford.
It highlighted how player wages have evolved dramatically since then, especially as modern stars like Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland now earn far beyond those figures.
Months after the clip was first shared, fans are still sharing and commenting on it, celebrating the bond between two of Manchester United’s greatest servants.
The exchange captured the mix of admiration, humor, and respect that defined their time together and continues to remind supporters of an era when United ruled English football.
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