Wayne Rooney will remain in charge of Derby County going forward under their prospective new owner.
Last week, the Rams named software businessman Chris Kirchner as their preferred bidder with the club currently in administration. Derby are heading down to League One as things stand, sitting nine points from safety in the Championship relegation zone with five games to go.
Derby were deducted 21 points this season for accounting irregularities and for entering administration. But Manchester United hero Rooney has been credited for his side’s spirited effort in their battle against the drop.
