Manchester United icon Wayne Rooney has hailed the “really bright future” ahead of Malcolm Ebiowei amid transfer links with the Red Devils.
United are reportedly ‘leading the race’ for the 18-year-old - with Premier League rivals Crystal Palace also interested in making a move. His current employers Derby County are likely to sell this summer amid the dire financial situation at Pride Park, further exacerbated by their recent relegation to League One.
Rooney has already been full of compliments for Ebiowei having given the youngster his first opportunity in senior football with Derby. Speaking after a sparkling performance against Coventry City last season, he said: "I thought he was excellent all game, the best player on the pitch. It was one of the best performances I have seen from a young player, consistently for 90 minutes, in a long time.
