Wayne Rooney Warns Tottenham of Premier League Relegation Battle After Manchester United Defeat

Former Manchester United player Wayne Rooney has issued a warning that Tottenham Hotspur is firmly in a Premier League relegation battle following their 2-0 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford. The loss extended Spurs' winless league run to seven matches, placing them in 15th position on the table, just six points above the relegation zone.

The match saw Tottenham's captain, Cristian Romero, being sent off in the first half, further complicating their situation. Rooney expressed sympathy for Tottenham's manager, Thomas Frank, who joined the club last summer after a successful spell at Brentford.

The defeat has intensified concerns about Tottenham's form, especially after finishing 17th last season. Rooney criticized the club's performance, highlighting the challenges they faced with only 11 fit players available in a recent draw against Manchester City.