Jose Mourinho is convinced that Wayne Rooney is one of the most important players in the history of Manchester United.

During the summer transfer window, Wayne Rooney returned to Everton from Manchester United, having spent the last 13 seasons at Old Trafford.

During this time, 31-year-old Rooney managed to become the best scorer in the history of the "Red Devils", marking 253 goals in 559 matches, and also help the club win five league titles of the Premier League, one Champions League and one FA Cup.

"I think that Wayne is waiting for a well-deserved reception," said manager MJ Jose Mourinho, who worked with Rooney last season.

"I believe that in this country the word" legend "is used too often, but this is not the case.

Wayne is the true legend of this club - in terms of the number of matches, the number of goals and the number of trophies ".

"In my opinion, he is one of the most important players in the history of Manchester United. I think the stadium will treat him with the respect he deserves. But, I hope, this will happen before and after the match, and not during the game ".

The match of the fifth round of the Premier League between Manchester United and Everton will take place on Sunday, September 17.