Football rumours from the media: Wayne Rooney on course for managerial role

Wayne Rooney, left, and John Terry, right. Picture: Tim Goode / Mike Hewitt

What the papers say

Wayne Rooney might be the players’ choice to succeed Phillip Cocu as Derby manager, but he is not locked into the job just yet. According to the Daily Mail, fellow former England captain John Terry is looking to take on a managerial role and could also be a leading candidate for the Rams.