Derby County's prospective new owner Chris Kirchner has shed light on his dialogue with Rams' boss Wayne Rooney.
The American businessman returned his interest in the club having previously withdrawn a bid late last year. Kirchner was named as preferred bidder by Derby's administrators Quantuma last week and is now in the process of trying to get a deal over the line. He has been vocal on social media in the last few days, answering various queries and questions on Twitter sent in by supporters of the East Midlands club.
One question asked if Kirchner had spoken to Rooney since being named preferred bidder, to which he responded: "(We) Trade at least a few WhatsApp messages basically daily." Last week Rooney threw his support behind Kirchner, saying he is "delighted” by the development. He said: “He’s an ambitious man who wants to do well for the club, so am I."
