Derby County manager Wayne Rooney said he expects the proposed takeover of the Championship club to go ahead but would remain in his role even if the deal falls through.

Derby said in November they had agreed a deal in principle to sell the second-tier club to Abu Dhabi billionaire Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nehayan, with the English Football League giving both parties the all-clear to proceed.

Local media on Wednesday quoted Rooney as saying he would speak to the club's owner and CEO to see what the situation is.

"As far as I'm aware, it's still trying to be done. My understanding is that all the paperwork was signed and we were waiting for it to happen," he said.

The former England and Manchester United striker called time on his playing career after being named Derby boss last Friday.

Derby, who beat Bournemouth 1-0 on Tuesday, are under a transfer embargo after players did not receive their wages for December and Rooney was asked if a failed takeover bid would make him reconsider his decision to become manager.

"No, not at all," he said. "Ideally, I want players in. We need that. But if we can't I believe in the quality of the players we've got here.

"With the takeover and the salary situation, it's difficult for players, and it's difficult for me in that I can't go into the transfer market at the moment.

"Ideally, the quicker the players get paid, the quicker we can move on. Then we can look at players we want to bring in."

Derby County manager Wayne Rooney said he expects the proposed takeover of the Championship club to go ahead but would remain in his role even if the deal falls through.

Derby County manager Wayne Rooney said he expects the proposed takeover of the Championship club to go ahead but would remain in his role even if the deal falls through. Derby said in November they had agreed a deal in principle to sell the second-tier club to Abu Dhabi billionaire Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nehayan, with the English Football League giving both parties the all-clear to proceed. Local media on Wednesday quoted Rooney as saying he would speak to the club's owner and CEO to see what the situation is. "As far as I'm aware, it's still trying to be done. My understanding is that all the paperwork was signed and we were waiting for it to happen," he said. The former England and Manchester United striker called time on his playing career after being named Derby boss last Friday. Derby, who beat Bournemouth 1-0 on Tuesday, are under a transfer embargo after players did not receive their wages for December and Rooney was asked if a failed takeover bid would make him reconsider his decision to become manager. "No, not at all," he said. "Ideally, I want players in. We need that. But if we can't I believe in the quality of the players we've got here. "With the takeover and the salary situation, it's difficult for players, and it's difficult for me in that I can't go into the transfer market at the moment. "Ideally, the quicker the players get paid, the quicker we can move on. Then we can look at players we want to bring in."

Rooney expects Derby takeover to go ahead despite delay

Wayne Rooney's former coach and mentor Alex Ferguson believes that the English star's knowledge of the game and presence&nbsp;will serve him well in his role as Derby County's new manager, however, he urged the recently retired player to be cautious as management is a results business.

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Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now become the permanent manager of Derby County. Rooney, a Manchester United legend, signed a two-and-a-half-year contract as the manager of Derby after taking charge as an interim boss when Phillip Cocu was sacked in November 2020.&nbsp;

Alex Ferguson, who managed the player during his stay in Manchester United, was all praise for Rooney as the player for country and club. While speaking during an event for Sports United Against Dementia, Ferguson said: "He's England's top goal-scorer, he's Manchester United's top goal-scorer and he's had a fantastic career as a player."&nbsp;

"It'll give him a starting point." But "it's a results industry and you need to get results. He'll know that better than anyone. He's had a good start... and he has knowledge of the game, a presence about him, and I hope he does well", added Ferguson, who led United to 13 Premier League titles.

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"It's a big step for him. He's quite a wealthy young man now with his career in football, so he probably doesn't need to go into management to look after his family. But he wants to do it and that's important.

"There's no point being a manager because someone asks you to be. He went there as a player-coach, he then became player-manager and now he has the manager's job and that's what he wanted. Hopefully, he does well."

Under Rooney's management, Derby have shown improvement including a 4-0 win against Birmingham and 2-0 win against Swansea.&nbsp;

However, Derby remains locked in a relegation battle while sitting behind 21st place Sheffield United on goal difference.&nbsp;

His appointment as a manager means Rooney has called it quits from his trophy-laden playing career. Rooney retires as Manchester United and England's record goalscorer with 253 and 53 goals respectively.&nbsp;

Rooney came into the scene as a 16-year-old teenager and made his Premier League debut for Everton, scoring a last-minute winner against Arsenal.&nbsp;

Wayne Rooney's former coach and mentor Alex Ferguson believes that the English star's knowledge of the game and presence will serve him well in his role as Derby County's new manager, however, he urged the recently retired player to be cautious as management is a results business.

Wayne Rooney's former coach and mentor Alex Ferguson believes that the English star's knowledge of the game and presence will serve him well in his role as Derby County's new manager, however, he urged the recently retired player to be cautious as management is a results business. ALSO READ: Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney retires Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now become the permanent manager of Derby County. Rooney, a Manchester United legend, signed a two-and-a-half-year contract as the manager of Derby after taking charge as an interim boss when Phillip Cocu was sacked in November 2020. Alex Ferguson, who managed the player during his stay in Manchester United, was all praise for Rooney as the player for country and club. While speaking during an event for Sports United Against Dementia, Ferguson said: "He's England's top goal-scorer, he's Manchester United's top goal-scorer and he's had a fantastic career as a player." "It'll give him a starting point." But "it's a results industry and you need to get results. He'll know that better than anyone. He's had a good start... and he has knowledge of the game, a presence about him, and I hope he does well", added Ferguson, who led United to 13 Premier League titles. ALSO READ: PSG's new head coach Mauricio Pochettino tests positive for COVID-19; will miss Angers clash "It's a big step for him. He's quite a wealthy young man now with his career in football, so he probably doesn't need to go into management to look after his family. But he wants to do it and that's important. "There's no point being a manager because someone asks you to be. He went there as a player-coach, he then became player-manager and now he has the manager's job and that's what he wanted. Hopefully, he does well." Under Rooney's management, Derby have shown improvement including a 4-0 win against Birmingham and 2-0 win against Swansea. However, Derby remains locked in a relegation battle while sitting behind 21st place Sheffield United on goal difference. His appointment as a manager means Rooney has called it quits from his trophy-laden playing career. Rooney retires as Manchester United and England's record goalscorer with 253 and 53 goals respectively. Rooney came into the scene as a 16-year-old teenager and made his Premier League debut for Everton, scoring a last-minute winner against Arsenal.

'It's a results industry': Alex Ferguson warns Rooney ahead of his new role as manager

Wayne Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now been the permanent manager of Derby County.&nbsp;Rooney, a Manchester United legend, signed a&nbsp;two-and-a-half-year&nbsp;contract as the manager of Derby after taking charge as interim boss when Phillip&nbsp;Cocu&nbsp;was sacked in November 2020.&nbsp;

Rooney has won three out of nine matches in charge as Derby manager while drawing four.&nbsp;However, Derby remain locked in a relegation battle while sitting behind 21st&nbsp;place Sheffield United on goal difference.&nbsp;

Under Rooney's management, Debry have shown improvement including a 4-0 win against Birmingham and&nbsp;2-0 win&nbsp;against&nbsp;Swansea.&nbsp;

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Speaking of his first permanent step into management, Rooney told Derby's official site: "When I first arrived back in the United&nbsp;Kingdom&nbsp;I was completely blown away by the potential of Derby County Football Club.&nbsp;

"The Stadium, Training Ground, the quality of the playing staff and the young players coming through and of course the fan base that has remained loyal and supportive.&nbsp;

“Despite other offers I knew instinctively Derby County was the place for me.&nbsp;

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"To be given the opportunity to follow the likes of Brian Clough, Jim Smith, Frank Lampard and Phillip&nbsp;Cocu&nbsp;is such an&nbsp;honour&nbsp;and I can promise everyone in involved in the club and all our fans, my staff and I will leave no stone unturned in achieving the potential I have witnessed over the last 12 months of this historic football club.”&nbsp;

His appointment as manager means Rooney has called it quits from his trophy-laden playing career. Rooney retires as Manchester United and England's record&nbsp;goalscorer&nbsp;with 253 and 53 goals respectively.&nbsp;

Rooney came into the scene as a 16-year-old teenager and made his Premier League debut for Everton, scoring a last-minute winner against Arsenal.&nbsp;

Wayne Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now been the permanent manager of Derby County.

Wayne Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now been the permanent manager of Derby County. Rooney, a Manchester United legend, signed a two-and-a-half-year contract as the manager of Derby after taking charge as interim boss when Phillip Cocu was sacked in November 2020. Rooney has won three out of nine matches in charge as Derby manager while drawing four. However, Derby remain locked in a relegation battle while sitting behind 21st place Sheffield United on goal difference. Under Rooney's management, Debry have shown improvement including a 4-0 win against Birmingham and 2-0 win against Swansea. ALSO READ: 'Fatigued' Arsenal frustrated in Palace stalemate Speaking of his first permanent step into management, Rooney told Derby's official site: "When I first arrived back in the United Kingdom I was completely blown away by the potential of Derby County Football Club. "The Stadium, Training Ground, the quality of the playing staff and the young players coming through and of course the fan base that has remained loyal and supportive. “Despite other offers I knew instinctively Derby County was the place for me. ALSO READ: Premier League calls off match; urges captains to end hugs, handshakes "To be given the opportunity to follow the likes of Brian Clough, Jim Smith, Frank Lampard and Phillip Cocu is such an honour and I can promise everyone in involved in the club and all our fans, my staff and I will leave no stone unturned in achieving the potential I have witnessed over the last 12 months of this historic football club.” His appointment as manager means Rooney has called it quits from his trophy-laden playing career. Rooney retires as Manchester United and England's record goalscorer with 253 and 53 goals respectively. Rooney came into the scene as a 16-year-old teenager and made his Premier League debut for Everton, scoring a last-minute winner against Arsenal.

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney retires