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Man Utd mate Rooney sold me on move - Everton new boy Gibson

Darron Gibson has revealed that Wayne Rooney pushed him in the right direction prior to his shift to Everton.

The 24-year old midfielder today made the switch from Manchester United to Everton and admits that ex-Toffee Rooney helped him make his decision.

"Wayne just told me it was a great club," Gibson told Evertontv.

"He told me he really enjoyed his time here. He really enjoyed the people here and the players were great as well.

"I think having a word with him and having a word with people like Tim Cahill and Phil Neville just convinced me the decision was right to come."

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