Wayne Rooney says he will always have "a place in his heart" for Derby County, but admits that affection will be brushed aside when he returns this weekend. The former Rams boss is braced for a reunion for the first time since he quit as manager in 2022 when he brings his Plymouth side to Pride Park on Saturday (3pm kick-off).

Wayne Rooney says Derby County will always have a "huge place in his heart" as he prepares to return to Pride Park for the first time.

Plymouth Argyle head coach Wayne Rooney is relishing a return to former club Derby County tomorrow afternoon, although he is under no illusions of the challenges which will accompany his side's trip to Pride Park.

Plymouth manager Wayne Rooney says Derby County have a 'huge place' in his heart as he prepares to face his former team this week.