Wayne Rooney To Make England Return As Player-Coach For Derby County

Former England captain, Wayne Rooney, is set to make a return to England as a player-coach for Championship club, Derby County.

According to BBC Sport, Rooney, who is the all-time record goalscorer for both Manchester United and England, will join Derby County on an initial 18-month contract despite more than two seasons left on his contract with the MLS.

The 33-year-old forward joined the Washington-based side from Everton July last year and has continued his prolific run, boasting 23 goals in just 41 league games.

“I’m sure I can make a big contribution,” said Rooney, adding: “While the decision to move home was a tough one, family is everything to us and we make this change to be closer to the ones we love back in England.

“I am very excited about the opportunity Derby County have provided me with. I am looking forward to joining [Derby manager] Phillip Cocu, his coaching staff, and the first-team squad from the start of January.

“I am equally excited to begin my coaching career at Derby County, working with both the first team and academy.”

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