Rooney has emerged as world-class talent we knew he was, says Park

16 March 2010 11:10
Ji-sung Park believes it was only a matter of time before Wayne Rooney blossomed into a world-class talent.[LNB]No longer one of the boys: Wayne Rooney has matured, insists Ji-sung Park[LNB]Having been with Manchester United since 2005, Park has seen at close quarters the startling progress Rooney has made.[LNB]Following Cristiano Ronaldo's world record exit for Real Madrid last summer, Rooney has moved into another gear entirely.[LNB]He now stands just 10 goals adrift of Ronaldo's staggering haul of 42 two seasons ago and still has up to 13 matches left to reach it.[LNB]And Park, speaking at the announcement of a major sponsorship deal between United and Turkish Airlines, is not about to argue with anyone who puts Rooney right in the top bracket of players.[LNB]'People regard him as one of the best players in the world and that is absolutely right,' said the South Korean star.[LNB]'He has scored so many goals this season it is incredible. But everyone always knew he had the talent and ability to do it, so it is not a surprise.[LNB]'He was young before. He just needed experience. This season he has grown up.'[LNB] PIERS MORGAN: Beckham's green and gold stunt was a load of toshBerbatov insists Man United are all set for a fourth title on the bounceAston Villa lining up summer swoop for Man United goalkeeper KuszczakMan United 3 Fulham 0: Rooney at the double to fire champions back to topMANCHESTER UNITED FC

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