Wayne Rooney is in line for a return to management amid reports the ex-England striker could take over as Blackburn Rovers head coach.

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  • Rooney could take over as Blackburn boss
  • Ismael under pressure after two months
  • Ex-England star sacked by Plymouth in December
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Despite only being appointed two months ago, Valerien Ismael is under pressure at the Championship side due to their miserable results and reports that Rooney is in the frame to replace him and could be offered the job should they decide to make a change.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Rooney was sacked by Plymouth Argyle at the end of last year after a disastrous spell in charge that saw them take five wins from 25 matches, leaving them bottom of the Championship. That came after a disastrous 15-game long spell at Birmingham City, with the ex-Manchester United star having previously managed DC United and Derby County.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Rooney was recently urged by former team-mate Patrice Evra to "stop being a manager" while he is said to be enjoying his time away from the game while he awaits a new job.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR ROONEY?

    The 39-year-old will be waiting for news on the Blackburn job, with the Ewood Park club taking on Millwall in the Championship this week.