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Manchester United 4-0 Everton PLAYER RATINGS: Nemanja Matic the lynchpin as £45m Gylfi Sigurdsson struggles to impose himself

Antonio Valencia's brilliant opener set Manchester United on their way to a routine win over Everton on Wayne Rooney's return to Old Trafford.

Late goals from Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Romelu Lukaku and an Anthony Martial penalty sealed the points. Rooney impressed, but he was guilty of missing several chances including a big one to level after the break.

Here Sportsmail's Chris Wheeler rates the performances in red and blue at Old Trafford.

Manchester United players celebrate taking an early lead against Everton at Old Trafford
Manchester United players celebrate taking an early lead against Everton at Old Trafford

DAVID DE GEA – 7

Produced a big save when it mattered to deny Rooney a goal on his return early in the second half.