It is his last chance to impress

Rooney is a big name in football, there is no doubting that, but he is not really revered outside of the Premier League.

A world class couple of seasons could see his name up in lights not only for England but also being linked with sides like Real Madrid and Barcelona – and for more than paper talk as well.

Rooney can be a great player or one of the greatest. Now it is time for him to decide which he wants to be.