Renowned boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has claimed former Everton and England star Wayne Rooney has previously requested to be involved in a bout against other celebrities or YouTube stars.
The 37-year-old, who is currently in the United States as manager of Washington-based side D.C United, is known to be a huge fan of the sport and regularly attends bouts in the United Kingdom.
Speaking on the Peter Crouch Podcast, the Matchroom Boxing promoter, Hearn, revealed he has exchanged text messages with the former Blues forward about the possibility of getting into the ring. However, he admitted the texts come after Rooney has had a drink and later result in the MLS coach airing Hearn's follow-up messages.
