I've no doubt that Wayne Rooney is the future Manchester United captain.
Rooney is one of the most complete forwards in the modern game, having improved just about every aspect of his game ever since he left Everton for United. His attacking awareness, pace, power, strength, aggression and vision set him apart from other forwards, making him an indispensible member of any team he plays for. His boundless energy, tenacity, indefatigability and winning mentality endear him to the fans, for we are all too aware of what a delightful gem Rooney is - an exceedingly rare combination of talent, skill, passion and hard work. He has been at Manchester United for six seasons now, and yet he is only twenty-four, with his best years still ahead of him. Rooney has scored 17 goals or more in each season he's been with the club, a consistent if unspectacular tally, but he clearly brings so much more to the team than mere goals. He provides innumerable assists and creates attacking opportunities for his teammates, a testament to his tactical awareness and vision. He has the craft, but this wouldn't mean anything without his willingness to graft. He is a true match-winner, and, in my opinion, is just as important to any team as the Messis and Ronaldos of the world.
Wayne Rooney wears his heart on his sleeve, and no one, in this little sport we call football, embodies the meaning of passion and desire better than he does.