Wayne Rooney appointed manager of Birmingham City, joins NFL star Tom Brady in club's leadership

Overview

• Rooney signed 31⁄2-year contract to take over Championship side Birmingham City
• Former Manchester United star left coaching role at MLS club D.C. United
• Appointment follows Tom Brady joining Birmingham ownership in advisory role
• Rooney aims to gain promotion to Premier League with club currently sixth in Championship
• Backroom staff includes former England teammates Ashley Cole and John O'Shea