Wayne Rooney's decision to walk out on Derby County should not come as a complete shock.
After all, there is probably no other manager that has had to put up with as much hassle and concern as the 36-year-old has over the past 18 months.
But many will still be surprised at the timing of the decision by the former England captain to leave his role with the troubled Rams - it comes just five weeks before the new EFL season begins and is hardly ideal preparation for the East Midlands club.
