Rio Ferdinand has admitted Wayne Rooney is the name that 'jumps out' to be Rafa Benitez's successor at Everton, but remains unsure if his former Manchester United team-mate would be prepared to leave Derby County mid-season.
Rooney has been battling off-field issues ever since taking over the Rams in 2020 and has seen his side docked 21 points for the current Championship season due to financial issues at the club.
Despite this major setback, the 36-year-old has guided the team to within eight points of safety and has not given up hope of completing what would represent one of the greatest escapes of all-time.
