Manchester United legend Andy Cole believes Wayne Rooney is capable of driving the club to win trophies this season on his own.

In an interview with ManUtd.com, Cole expressed his admiration for the Reds' number ten and his effervescent approach to the game.

"I think Wayne has been awesome so far this season," Cole said.

"In the early part of the season, he made it known that he'd have to step up after Cristiano Ronaldo left and I think he's done that with great character and great ability.

"The way he plays it looks as though he's saying to everyone, 'I want to be the man, I want to try and propel United forward to win even more trophies.'

"If he keeps playing the way he is now, I'd like to think he can do just that."