Dimitar Berbatov has extended a helping hand to Wayne Rooney as he steps into his new role as Birmingham manager. The 37-year-old Berbatov, who recently returned to England with Championship side Birmingham after leaving MLS team DC United, expressed his willingness to assist his former Manchester United teammate if needed.
Despite Rooney’s confidence in his managerial abilities and his ambition to guide Birmingham back to the Premier League, some have questioned the club’s decision to appoint him. Berbatov, however, believes in Rooney’s potential to succeed, acknowledging that managing a big club like Manchester United might be on Rooney’s horizon. Berbatov respects Rooney’s step-by-step approach in climbing the managerial ladder and thinks he’s preparing for the day when he might get the call from Manchester United.
Berbatov also addressed recent criticisms of Erik ten Hag, Manchester United’s current manager, by Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Berbatov defended Ten Hag, highlighting the challenge of managing big egos in a club like Manchester United. He compared the situation to his own time at United, where experienced managers like Sir Alex Ferguson knew how to handle strong personalities. Berbatov acknowledged Ten Hag’s authority despite his limited experience at the club, citing his successful management of star players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Jadon Sancho.
Berbatov’s support for Rooney and his defense of Ten Hag reflect his deep understanding of the challenges and dynamics of top-level football management. As a former teammate and seasoned player, Berbatov’s insights provide valuable perspective on the world of football management and the qualities required to succeed at the highest level.
