>>> Harry Kane Double Secures England Victory Over DR Congo
The England national team is currently preparing for a World Cup round-of-32 fixture against DR Congo in North America, aiming for its first international trophy since 1966.
"Imagine he comes to Manchester United and he's the one to drive that, to get Manchester United back to winning the league," Rooney said.
Rooney emphasized that Kane and Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham, who together scored five of England's six goals in the tournament, are crucial to manager Thomas Tuchel's strategy.
"If we win the tournament then it's because of them, more so Harry Kane from my point of view," Rooney said.
The former striker praised Bellingham's natural leadership, energy, and determination to inspire teammates during difficult matches.
"I think Jude is one of those players who lifts his team-mates, probably not even knowing he's doing it, in terms of desire and hunger," Rooney said.
Rooney explained that the team relies heavily on the clinical finishing of its captain to advance through the knockout stages.
"Harry is the one who you're relying on with his goals," Rooney said.
The winner of England's match against DR Congo will advance to face either Ecuador or co-hosts Mexico in the last-16 stage.
"Jude will have big moments and he'll win us the game at some point, but Harry's goals will be the one thing, I think, which if we win the tournament then it will be because of Harry's goals," Rooney said.
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"But there will be one game, it might be a semi-final, where it's tight and that's where Jude will go and take the game," he concluded.
