Derby County boss Wayne Rooney believes many Major League Soccer stars can play in England.

Rooney was in the MLS from 2018 to 2020 with DC United, managing 23 goals in 48 games in the league.

The former Manchester United star, who is attempting to keep Derby in the Championship against all odds, believes MLS players would fare well in England's second division.

"I felt the opportunity to go to the States — the culture, the games, dealing with different situations—– would help me gain experience," Rooney told The Athletic.

"It's very similar to the Championship's level. There are a lot of South Americans who are technically very good.

"The American lads are good athletes — maybe still trying to figure out the game tactically, and maybe not as good as over here. But the games were at a good level.

"I see a lot of players [in MLS] who are more than capable of coming over here."