Wayne Rooney and D.C. United have resolved major issues in their negotiations and could soon finalize a deal that clears the way for the English soccer superstar to join the MLS club this summer, sources close to the talks said Monday.
The sides continue to work though minor matters, and barring significant setbacks, the 32-year-old attacker seems likely to visit Washington in the next two weeks for closing meetings and a physical.
“Feeling good to wrap up this week or early next,” one source said. “Getting close.”
United executives have not commented on their pursuit of Rooney, the all-time leading scorer for Manchester United and the English national team.