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One of the world's biggest clubs, Manchester United, announced the finalization of Wayne Rooney's transfer from . The 18-year-old player signed a six-year contract, valid until 2010. "Everton" will receive at least 20 million pounds (29.6 million euros) for the England national team striker, and later, depending on success, whether the player will play in international matches and extend his contract, he could earn an additional 7 million pounds (10.4 million euros). If Rooney still plays in Manchester in 2007, "Everton" will receive 4 million pounds, and "Man Utd" will have to pay 25% of the transfer fee. The wonderkid W.Rooney, at just 16 years old, became famous as the youngest player ever to score a goal in the Premier League. Representing "Everton," he scored a total of 17 goals, but his true value was shown in the England national team, where he scored 9 goals in 17 matches, including four in the final stage of Euro-2004. "Leaving "Everton" was a difficult decision, it is the club I supported and played for my whole life, but I am excited about the move to such a big club like Manchester United. I feel that this can only improve my career - I will be able to play with the best players in the Champions League," Rooney rejoiced about the transfer.
