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Rooney still has soft spot for Toffees!

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney still has feelings for Everton despite his move to Old Trafford. Rooney was born and bred in the city of Liverpool and Everton are still the team closest to his heart.

"I love Everton, I grew up supporting Everton and want them to win," he told the Toffees' official website.

"In footballing terms I felt I had to move on but I still want Everton to win and that is never going to change.

"All my family are Everton fans, my son has his Everton kit now! Everton is still a big part of my life."

Rooney also encountered the Everton fans at last season's FA Cup final when the Merseysiders were beaten by Chelsea.

"I was a bit nervous because I walked in through the Everton fans," he recalled.

"To be honest though the Everton fans were brilliant that day.

"When Louis scored it was a great feeling! I still think there are trophies there for Everton to win but unfortunately it didn't happened that year."

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