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Wayne Rooney to Leave DC United, Join Derby County in Player-Coach Role

Wayne Rooney will sign for Derby County as a player-coach in January on an 18-month deal.

DC United confirmed on Tuesday he will depart the club at the end of the 2019 MLS season:

D.C. United

“I remain fully focused on giving my all for the team for the rest of this season and repaying the support shown by the Black-and-Red faithful by hopefully delivering an MLS Cup to Audi Field.” - @WayneRooney #DCU https://t.co/uB8ywLmQhO

Derby announced there will be the option of a further year in his contract.