Former Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney has left his function as head coach of DC United.

The Washington DC-based aspect mentioned they’d “mutually agreed to part ways” with the 37-year-old former Derby County boss after the membership had been eradicated from MLS play-off rivalry on Saturday night time.

“We have spoken with Wayne and agreed it is best for us to part ways at this time,” the membership’s chief govt, Jason Levien,” said in a statement.

“We are grateful for all he has accomplished for our membership and for soccer within the nation’s capital, first as a DC United participant and captain and most not too long ago as our coach.

“He remains an important part of the DC United family and a valued and cherished friend.”

Rooney took up the function in July final 12 months.

He beforehand spent 18 months on the membership as a participant earlier than leaving for Derby in January 2020.

In a press convention, Rooney mentioned it was “the right time” for him to depart.

“I’ve done everything I can to get this club into the play-offs,” he mentioned.

“It’s not a single thing that’s happened. It’s about timing.

“I simply really feel prefer it’s the proper time for me to return to England, first to clearly see my household. I have not seen them for a very long time.

‘And then, what lies forward? Whether alternatives come up? I’ve seen quite a lot of stories within the media. I haven’t got something lined up.”

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Rooney, who scored 53 objectives in 120 video games for England, and received an array of high trophies with Manchester United, has been linked with a possible transfer to Birmingham City.

The West Midlands aspect – who’re beneath American possession – are presently within the Championship play-off locations beneath supervisor John Eustace.

However, Rooney is reported to be excessive on the record ought to Eustace depart.