Wayne Rooney wants Aaron Wan-Bissaka to 'embrace the culture' at Manchester United

Wayne Rooney has some advice for Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who is nearing a move to Manchester United to Old Trafford

Wayne Rooney has advised prospective signing Aaron Wan-Bissaka to "play with no fear" at Manchester United, saying new signings should "embrace the culture" at Old Trafford.

Rooney knows all about arriving at OId Trafford as an exciting young prospect, having been signed from Everton when he was just 18 - and he went on to become United's all-time record goal scorer.

Manchester United and Crystal Palace have agreed a £50m fee for Wan-Bissaka, but personal terms have not yet been finalised.

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Fresh from a remarkable goal for DC United, Rooney told Sky Sports: "(Wan-Bissaka should) Enjoy it - play with no fear.

"Manchester United is a fantastic club - one of, if not the, best football clubs in the world.

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"You have to embrace it and embrace the culture of Manchester United, learn the history. Just go there and do your best.

"I am sure if he does that he will be fine - and I am sure the coaches there will be telling him all this."

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Wan-Bissaka flew to Manchester on Wednesday evening and he is expected to sign a long-term contract.

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