Wayne Rooney goes full fanboy for United star as he names him in elite PL ranking

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has lauded forward Bryan Mbeumo for his heroics, naming him in an elite ranking of the current best Premier League players. Mbeumo impressing at United Mbeumo has looked well and truly at home since joining United in the summer from Brentford in a deal worth a total £70m sum. He arrived at Old Trafford off the back of a fantastic 2024/25 season in which he plundered a career-high 20 Premier League goals. So far this term, he has shown United why they were right to fork out big money to secure his signature. Mbeumo has notched an impressive five goals for United in 11 top-flight appearances. He has scored four goals in his last four games for the club, including the opener at Anfield as the Red Devils got the better of bitter rivals Liverpool. He also netted a sensational brace during a victory over Brighton and Hove Albion. The Cameroonian’s outstanding performances last month earned him a treble of individual awards – the Premier League Player of the Month, United’s Player of the Month and PFA Fans’ Player of the Month. He is showing no signs of slowing down, having started November with a goal in the 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur just before the international break. Asked for his top three Premier League players this season, Rooney reserved a place for Mbeumo. Rooney recognises Mbeumo Rooney said [as quoted by talkSPORT], “I’d also put Bryan Mbeumo in there. I think he’s been really good for Man United, even after a difficult start to the season for the club.” “I think he’s been really good.” Viktor Gyokeres (Arsenal) and United target Antoine Semenyo (Bournemouth) are the other players on Rooney’s prestigious list. Mbeumo and United are next in action on Monday evening when they welcome Everton to Old Trafford. Featured image Carl Recine via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Latest Top Stories… Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!