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Is Wayne Rooney past his peak? 5 players who adapted their game and regained their form

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Debate continues to rage around Wayne Rooney's ability, but Declan Warrington can cite several players have adjusted to enjoy prolonged top-level careers

For all the sweeping statements and pontifications upon the death of a career, it's perfectly possible that Wayne Rooney's disappointing start to the season – combined with the lack of a consistent role over the past 12 months – could be due to something less terminal than an age-related decline but more complicated than a simple loss of form.

His Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho requires further time to find a position and system that suits both his captain and his new-look team.