Tottenham ace Harry Kane says he appreciated the leadership of his former England captain Wayne Rooney.

Kane, 28, was first able to learn from England record goalscorer and Manchester United legend Rooney during his early days in the Three Lions camp before stepping up into what he considers a “natural" position.

“You learn from captains that you've played with," he told the Mail on Sunday.

“I had Wayne when I first came into the team, I've had Hugo (Lloris) for a long time. You pick up different things along the way, but I always realised I've been a leader in the dressing room.

“I've always spoken my mind and tried to lead by example. Being England captain is no different. I try to set that example. For every player coming in, I try to get to know them as much as possible and understand them.

“When we're on the pitch, I just be myself. I try not to think about it too much. But of course, it comes with added responsibility off the pitch, with the press conferences and being a good role model and all those things. But that's pretty natural to me. I enjoy the role."