DEAL broker Garry Cook is the man behind an American takeover bid at Derby.
The former Manchester City supremo, behind some major takeovers in the past, has found American financiers who want to rescue the Rams.
Cook is in talks with owner Mel Morris and also wading through the Championship club’s financial problems.
Morris has debts to pay to the tax man, former players and staff on top of the £17.5million owed to MSD Holdings.
Cook’s team have to sort out those problems in advance and show they have funds to keep the EFL happy.
The Rams face points penalties for FFP breaches but a new owner may help an appeal.
Brighton lead the race for Derby midfielder Jason Knight, 20 who is thought to be highly-sought after in the current transfer window.
Fellow Rams midfielder Sibley could also be on his way out of Pride Park this summer as the club attempt to address the financial difficulties.
Earlier this month it was revealed Salford City boss Gary Bowyer had decided against a return to Derby.
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The League Two team confirmed Bowyer is staying at Moor Lane, just days after he claimed he was rejoining Derby as U23s boss.
Meanwhile, former England striker Wayne Rooney remains Derby manager heading into a crucial summer at the club.
The ex-Manchester United man’s side narrowly avoided relegation down to the third tier on the final day of the season in a dramatic finale.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
