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Rooney accuses Man Utd players of hiding and calls for Solskjaer fear factor

The Red Devils' all-time leading goalscorer, who is now on the books of MLS side D.C. United, believes an underperforming team need more authority

Wayne Rooney feels too many underperforming players at Manchester United are looking for “someone to hide behind”, with there no fear factor at Old Trafford anymore.

The former Red Devils striker has watched on from afar in 2018-19 as those at Old Trafford have endured another forgettable campaign.

Things started badly under Jose Mourinho, improved briefly upon Ole Gunnar Solskjaer taking the reins, but ended with a whimper during a run of two wins in 12.