WAYNE ROONEY has swapped St. Andrew’s for the beaches of Dubai.

Wayne Rooney was pictured enjoying some winter sun in Dubai, UAE with an NHL legend

Rooney was also seen spotted in Dubai with Coleen

Rooney was sacked from his role at Birmingham

But after a trip to Old Trafford – where he caught up with darts sensation Luke Littler – Rooney has now been spotted soaking up some sun in the United Arab Emirates.

Rooney, 38, took to Instagram to share a snap of his time in the country.

Wayne and Coleen Rooney share family holiday snaps from luxury holiday to Dubai

Wayne and Coleen Rooney shared family holiday snaps from luxury holiday to Dubai

During their visit, the Evertonian and renowned NHL star Alex Ovechkin were seen together.

In addition to winning three NHL MVP trophies, the 38-year-old Ovechkin held the league goal scoring record four times.

The left winger has won a Stanley Cup in 2018 since joining the Washington Capitals in 2005.

Rooney meanwhile, won five Premier League titles, one Champions League and was named footballer of the year in 2010.

Reacting to the post, one fan said: “Legend Wazza❤️.”

A second said: “Legend 🔥.”

A third joked: “Guy looks more like Tom Hardy then Tom Hardy.”

Another said: “Two legends!!!”