A positive resume of Rooneys time at Derby Ryan..but no mention of his struggles with the terrible away form which, despite the points deductions, relegated the club in the end. There’s also no mention of the now obvious link to the Kirchner ‘group’ and his involvement in the attempted takeover. Like you ..I was impressed with Rooneys handling of the media,he definitely improved as he became more practiced. But his leaving has left me with an unanswered question of his managerial abilities and one which potential employers may ask themselves. Derby was always a ‘win win’ scenario..keep us up;hero.. relegation,blame the points deduction. Given a more aspirational club with greater expectations,will he be able to ‘walk the walk’ I wonder? Only time and an expensive punt from another club owner will tell.
The former point is fair enough. But some stuff had to be left on the cutting room floor lest it become a book. Ok the latter point, well that’s a relevant point but it’s a different piece.
Hey Mark! Thanks for reading. The relationship with Kirchner is relevant - but it's also a different piece. One which we'll get to in due course. and yeah it's gunna leave a sour taste.
Personally, I have always believed Lampard under performed as manager. A better manager takes that Derby team up automatically. They certainly don't stumble ass backwards into the playoffs.
I think the one question we should have about Wayne Rooney is where to next? Obviously, he is a great manager, blending that tactical knowledge with promoting togetherness as a group. Maybe MLS? He seemed to fit really well at Derby.
I've been waiting for the first post for a while, did not disappoint!
Considering this time last year I wanted him sacked, I’m gutted that he’s gone. No one can blame him for leaving, although it’s a shame as I enjoyed watching the teams play last season and who knows what he could have done in league one with whichever players stay.
A positive resume of Rooneys time at Derby Ryan..but no mention of his struggles with the terrible away form which, despite the points deductions, relegated the club in the end. There’s also no mention of the now obvious link to the Kirchner ‘group’ and his involvement in the attempted takeover. Like you ..I was impressed with Rooneys handling of the media,he definitely improved as he became more practiced. But his leaving has left me with an unanswered question of his managerial abilities and one which potential employers may ask themselves. Derby was always a ‘win win’ scenario..keep us up;hero.. relegation,blame the points deduction. Given a more aspirational club with greater expectations,will he be able to ‘walk the walk’ I wonder? Only time and an expensive punt from another club owner will tell.
Oh and thanks for reading Paul!
The former point is fair enough. But some stuff had to be left on the cutting room floor lest it become a book. Ok the latter point, well that’s a relevant point but it’s a different piece.
A very insightful read in to the issues surrounding Derby County
Great read Ryan glad to see you back covering Derby.
Good read, Ryan, and nice to see you back on the 'Derby trail' again!
Thanks for reading, Paul!
Good to see you writing about Derby again Ryan. Great read as always.
Thank you for reading, Tom!
That "It's been fucking hard" quote pretty much sums it up from a fans perspective!
I thought Rooney would go as soon as Kirchner disappeared - the timing of his departure left a bit of a sour taste.
To summarise his time at Derby - he did ok. Much like Lampard.
Time will tell whether or not he's top manager material (also like Lampard)
Hey Mark! Thanks for reading. The relationship with Kirchner is relevant - but it's also a different piece. One which we'll get to in due course. and yeah it's gunna leave a sour taste.
Personally, I have always believed Lampard under performed as manager. A better manager takes that Derby team up automatically. They certainly don't stumble ass backwards into the playoffs.
I think the one question we should have about Wayne Rooney is where to next? Obviously, he is a great manager, blending that tactical knowledge with promoting togetherness as a group. Maybe MLS? He seemed to fit really well at Derby.
I've been waiting for the first post for a while, did not disappoint!
I have a feeling he’s the next Everton manager. Thank you for the kind words, Tom! 🤝🏽
You're welcome! Following his career path would make sense!
A brilliant read Ryan - I look forward to more
Thank you, Simon 🤝🏽
Welcome back to the rams writing fold!
Considering this time last year I wanted him sacked, I’m gutted that he’s gone. No one can blame him for leaving, although it’s a shame as I enjoyed watching the teams play last season and who knows what he could have done in league one with whichever players stay.
Thanks for reading Mike!