The Manager
Steve McClaren is widely regarded as one of the most influential and connected managers in the football world. He has his fingers in a lot of pies and this can only be a good thing moving forward. He has friends in extremely high places. One prime example of this is his relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson. Despite the Scot no longer being in the Old Trafford hotseat, he still possesses a lot of influence at the club and this could help any potential loan deal for United’s young starlets. McClaren has also managed and coached in Europe’s highest highest leagues, meaning he has gained knowledge from some of the best clubs and players in the world. Derby fans will be hoping some of this European flair will be drilled into the Rams’ team this season.
