Highlights

  • Wayne Rooney needs to start off strongly as Birmingham City manager and get the ball rolling with victories against tough opponents.
  • Rooney will be compared to former manager John Eustace and must continue Eustace's success to meet the barometer of success set by fans.
  • The January transfer window will be crucial for Rooney to enhance the squad and Birmingham's new ownership will provide the necessary support. He must optimise the financial tools given to him while staying within the EFL's regulations.