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Rooney plays down Ferguson feud

Wayne Rooney and Alex Ferguson fell out during the latter's final year in charge of Manchester United in 2013.

Wayne Rooney labeled Alex Ferguson as the "greatest manager of all time" as he attempted to bury the hatchet with the former Manchester United boss.

Rooney became disgruntled during Ferguson's final year in charge at Old Trafford, following Robin van Persie's arrival from Arsenal in 2012-13.

The England international was played out of position and dropped for United's return leg against Real Madrid in its UEFA Champions League last 16 tie that season.

Rooney attempted to leave the club for a second time, with Premier League rivals Chelsea interested, before signing a new contract upon David Moyes' appointment the following campaign.