The match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal on Monday Night Football saw Wayne Rooney, a former Manchester United and England forward, join Jamie Carragher in the studio to discuss the Premier League match, which saw Palace smash Arsenal.

After a brief interim period at the start of the 2021/22 season, Rooney assumed sole control of the Rams and guided them to another season in the Championship at the conclusion of the 20/21 season. Rooney accumulated 31 points from a possible 54 points during his tenure with the club.

Derby's fortunes have remained bleak ever since, as seen by the multiple points reductions they have accrued as a result of their persistent financial difficulties. However, he has not allowed the looming inevitability to have a negative impact on his team's season, putting in some impressive performances during the campaign.

In an interview with Sky Sports, Rooney stated, "I've always wanted to have that kind of relationship with the manager, and I want excellent people in the dressing room." "I communicate to each player on an individual basis and in a different way. "I figure out what they need very fast, whether it's an arm around their shoulders or a kick up the backside... the players are aware that they can come and speak to me at any time."

After stating his desire to one day manage at Old Trafford, Wayne Rooney's name may be thrown into the hat for the United job following Derby's inevitable relegation to League One, despite Rooney's efforts. Rooney previously stated his desire to one day manage at Old Trafford, saying, "Manchester United and Everton – they're two clubs that are very close to me and hopefully one day in the future, if I can manage one of [those] two