Liam Rosenior takes interim charge as Derby takeover moves closer

Liam Rosenior has taken the reins as Derby look set to be rescued next week (Richard Sellers/PA)

Derby’s joint administrators have announced they have formally accepted David Clowes’ offer to buy the club.

The news came shortly after Liam Rosenior was named the Rams’ interim manager, having previously been assistant to Wayne Rooney, who stepped down as boss on Friday.