Everton are battling to convince Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney about a return to Goodison Park.

The Liverpool Echo says Rooney is, at this stage, leaning towards a move abroad.

Rooney came close to joining the Chinese Super League in February before deciding to remain at Old Trafford for the rest of the season.

Offers from the Far East remain on the table but England's all-time leading scorer is also attracting serious interest from Major League Soccer.

Ronald Koeman and director of football Steve Walsh have both declared their interest in the 31-year-old who looks set to leave Manchester United.