Wayne Rooney heading to Derby County

DARREN STAPLES / AFP

Wayne Rooney is set to join Championship club Derby County.

It's been confirmed that the former England captain will serve as a player-coach from January.

The 33-year-old currently plays for Major League Soccer (MLS) side DC United.

Rooney will join Derby County on an initial 18-month contract.

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