The MLS outfit LA Galaxy could make an attempt to lure the Manchester United skipper over the Atlantic Ocean should their veteran midfielder Steven Gerrard leave the club at the end of the year.

Los Angeles Galaxy are ready to offer Rooney an escape route from Old Trafford should Gerrard to hang up his boots, according to the Sun.

Rooney, 31, who was out-of-favour under Jose Mourinho’s regular team, could move to America, with the LA Galaxy already enquiring as to how much the Englishman would cost.

The striker, who has slipped down the pecking order at United has not started their last six games, the last two due to injury.