The Northern Irishman signed a short-term deal with United on Tuesday, and will travel with the club on their pre-season tour.
Evans had been training with United’s U21s following his release from Leicester City after the Foxes’ relegation to the Championship.
The defender came through United’s academy and made nearly 200 first team appearances before joining West Brom in 2015.
Evans was close friends with Rooney during his time at Old Trafford, and the pair remain close despite Rooney’s residence on the east coast of America.
And, speaking ahead of the MLS All-Stars game against Arsenal, Rooney praised Evans on his return to Old Trafford.
‘I’ve literally just seen it. Dripped through before coming in,’ Rooney said.
‘Yeah, I think Jonny is a fantastic player.
‘Obviously he’s had his injuries over the last couple of years but I haven’t seen any details of it. I’m assuming he’s signed as cover and [in case] there are any injuries to the centre-backs that are starting.’
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