Michael Owen is delighted for Wayne Rooney and his success with Manchester United this season. Rooney has already scored 25 goals this season.
Owen, 30, said: "A lot of people relate to Wayne, the way he plays.
"That's why he's so popular - the England fans sing his name, the United fans sing his name.
"He is as he comes across - a local scally really who's come good. He's a cracking lad and a cracking player."