Antonio Valencia played 339 times for Man UtdFormer Manchester United captain Antonio Valencia has put pen to paper with star-studded Sunday league outfit Wythenshawe Vets over-35s. The Ecuador legend is preparing to lace up his boots once more alongside a host of Premier League icons in the Cheshire Veterans Football League. Valencia represents the latest high-profile addition, though he was absent from their recent Manchester FA Veterans County Cup triumph. The 40-year-old's signing was revealed on TikTok, building anticipation for the Premier League champion's first appearance. Manchester United's record goalscorer Wayne Rooney has also reportedly thrown his hat into the ring to potentially turn out for the Sunday league veterans.

Source: Express January 13, 2026 08:15 UTC