Wayne Rooney has confirmed he has rejoined Everton from Manchester United.

The 31-year-old footballer issued a statement thanking United for the past 13 years and expressed his happiness to be returning to his boyhood club.

Rooney said: "It is some time since I said that the only Premier League club I would play for other than Manchester United was Everton, so I am delighted that the move has happened.

"Thirteen years ago I went to United with the intention of winning trophies and I have been fortunate to be a part of one of the most successful periods in the club's history.

"I have come back to Everton because I believe Ronald Koeman is building a team that can win something and I look forward to playing my part in making that a reality for the club I have supported since a boy."

Everton confirmed Rooney had signed a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

Manager Ronald Koeman said: "Wayne has shown me that ambition that we need and that winning mentality - he knows how to win titles and I'm really happy he's decided to come home.

"He loves Everton and he was desperate to come back. He is still only 31 and I don't have any doubts about his qualities. It's fantastic he's here."

Rooney started as a 16-year-old with Everton and moved to United in a £27m deal two years later.

He has been one of United's most prolific and successful players and last season broke Sir Bobby Charlton's record to become the club's leading goal-scorer. He leaves Old Trafford with 253 United goals to his name.