Wayne Rooney has resigned as Plymouth Argyle manager after just seven months in charge, with the club struggling at the bottom of the Championship. His departure follows a disappointing 2-0 loss to relegation rivals Oxford on Sunday, leaving Plymouth four points adrift of safety.

Under Rooney’s leadership, the team managed only four wins from 23 league games, suffering heavy defeats, including a 6-1 loss to Norwich and 4-0 drubbings by Bristol City and Coventry. Despite his efforts, the pressure mounted as Plymouth’s form failed to improve.

Rooney expressed his gratitude in a statement: "I would like to thank the board of Plymouth, the staff, the players, and the fans for their support during my time as head coach. The Green Army made Home Park special, and those memories will stay with me forever. Plymouth Argyle will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will continue to follow their progress."

The club issued a statement confirming the mutual agreement to part ways, thanking Rooney and his team for their efforts.

This marks another setback in Rooney’s managerial career. Last season, he was sacked by Birmingham after just 15 games, with the club eventually relegated. Prior to that, Rooney faced challenges at Derby, where he couldn’t prevent relegation despite battling severe points deductions due to financial issues. His managerial journey also included a stint with DC United in the U.S.

A Manchester United legend, Rooney remains the club’s all-time top scorer and had a stellar playing career, winning numerous trophies, including five Premier League titles and the Champions League. However, his managerial journey continues to face hurdles as he moves on from Plymouth.