Wayne Rooney appointed the captain of Manchester United by Louis van Gaal

Wayne Rooney has been named Manchester United captain by Louis van Gaal.

Louis van Gaalhas been impressed with the England striker's approach since taking over at Old Trafford believes he will be perfectly suited to the role.

'For me, it's always very important, the choice of captain,' Van Gaal told the official club website

Wayne Rooney will take on the role from Nemanja Vidic who departed at the end of last season

Darren Fletcher has been named as vice-captain of the club

Last 5 Manchester United Captains

• 1996–1997 Eric Cantona
• 1997–2005 Roy Keane
• 2005–2011 Gary Neville
• 2011–2014 Nemanja Vidic
• 2014—present Wayne Rooney