Derby County player-coach Wayne Rooney admits he's a big fan of Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes.

Rooney had the chance to see the Portuguese midfielder up close last Thursday when his Derby side were beaten by his old team in the FA Cup fifth round.

A source told The Sun: “Wayne loved being back on the pitch against United.

“He loves the club.

“He told the players they were a very, very good team and that they will only get better now ­Fernandes has signed for them.

“Wayne thought it was hard to get close to him at times and his performance reminded him of the way Paul Scholes played.

“Some of the players told him they are really excited Bruno is there.

“They said he has brought a buzz back around the club."