Rooney and Derby seem to living a real life "challenge mode" save on Football Manager, because they are certainly fighting against extreme odds to now be 9 points adrift from safety. They've experienced two separate point deductions, just had a fresh transfer embargo placed upon them and yet the Ram's continue in spite of EFL's efforts to erase them.
For those not following the ongoing drama at Derby, the EFL has blocked three different takeovers from happening this month due to
"uncertainty" on how the funds will be used. It should also be noted that the EFL has decided to contribute towards ongoing lawsuits from both Middlesbrough and Wycombe against the Ram's. Why? Both sides are claiming "loss in revenue at the expense of Derby" over the two prior seasons. Yup. Both teams want an estimated £40 million in "damages" and fittingly have members from the board also affiliated with said clubs. Clearly no agenda ongoing here, no sir. Don't be surprised if the UK parliament is dragged into this mess.
As for survival odds? Higher than expected! Reading's point deduction I mentioned in prior Championship discussions happened, so that's a non-issue now. Hull's "Turkish" buy-out seems to be delayed for the Summer. I look forward to a repeat of Doncaster with the Tigers, considering his agenda. Whereas the Ram's? Derby still have to play fellow strugglers Barnsley, Peterborough United, Hull City, Birmingham City and both fixtures against Cardiff City within the next few months. Amusingly with one of those duel fixtures against Cardiff will be the final game of the Championship season.
Of course, the EFL could do a repeat of what happened to Wigan a few seasons back and just deduct extra points on the final day.
I don't even support Derby! But at this point fuck the EFL and may they survive out of spite.
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