Manchester United have handed Wayne Rooney the No10 shirt for the new season.

"When I was offered the chance to wear the No 10 shirt, I jumped at it," he said. "Some of the game's greatest players have become legends wearing No 10, none more so than Denis. He was crowned king of the Stretford End during his time at the club, and it is a great honour for me to wear a shirt that has such history behind it."

Old Trafford boss Alex Ferguson said: "There have been some wonderful footballers who have worn the United No 10 shirt - people who capture the imagination of our fans around the world with their skill and their goals.

"Wayne is the right man to carry on that tradition and I'm delighted Denis was able to pass on the mantle."