Sir Alex Ferguson has congratulated Wayne Rooney after he became Manchester United's record goal scorer.

The United captain reached his remarkable tally of 250 strikes when he netted a stunning late equaliser against Stoke City in Saturday's 1-1 draw.

Ferguson told ManUtd.com: "I would like to say huge congratulations to Wayne on reaching this milestone. It is no mean feat to score so many goals and he breaks a record that has stood for over 40 years. Wayne thoroughly deserves his place in the history books of this great club and I am sure that he will go on to score many more goals.

Well done Wayne, I am absolutely delighted for you, you have been a great servant to this club and long may it continue."