Wayne Rooney steps down as Derby County manager

London: Former England international Wayne Rooney has stepped down as Derby County manager and announced his decision of leaving the club on Friday. Rooney took on the role of Derby's manager in November 2020 and has received plaudits for guiding the club through a tumultuous phase of a financial crisis.

A total of 21 points was docked from Derby last season because of its financial problems, which led to the ultimate relegation of the club to League 1, the third-tier of English football.

"Today I met with the administrators to inform them of my decision that it was time for me to leave the club. In fairness to them, they tried tremendously hard to change my decision but my mind was made up," said Rooney.

"My time at the club has been a rollercoaster of emotions, both highs and lows, but I have to say that I have enjoyed the challenge."

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