Wayne Rooney has stated he is ready to assume an 'Eric Cantona role' for England and help nurture his young team-mates.
With Rooney now 26, and with 76 international caps to his name, Rooney is one of the most experienced players in the England squad, which will prove vital with England devoid of much needed experience ahead of this Friday's World Cup Qualifier against San Marino at Wembley, with Steven Gerrard suspended and Frank Lamprd struggling to overcome injury.
This experience has him in line to captain his country for the first time in a competitive fixture, and although the role may be a temporary one, Rooney does take his responsibilities seriously.
With the England squad continuing to evolve and with question marks lingering over the International futures of several players, along with the recent departure of John Terry, Rooney accepts that he has to showcase his leadership ability by providing support and assitance to the younger players, as did Eric Cantona to a young Manchester United side almost two decades ago.
He has the capability to do that.He is also a world class player like Cantona.I believe him
rooney is really a world class player
So far, he is the still the best stricker England has.The rest are still under him.I believe you Rooney!