Kathcairns

Why not both of them?

"Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Rooney said he finds it disrespectful that Morris hasn't got in contact with him to explain Derby's situation.
He claims he has tried to phone him, but no one has answered. He added he rang Morris from the team doctor's phone, to which he picked up." WTF?
 

If a potential investor was put off by that comment, they were never serious in the first place.

I'm worried how this might sound to potential investors.

Just listened to the interview - thanks @RoyMac5 for the link. 
Have to say it got me a bit emotional which surprised me. Rooney's comments, attitude, support, empathy and God knows how many other superlatives was nothing short of outstanding. 
100% cleared up questions around communication with Mel confirming Mel's ignored him since early August - utterly shameful behaviour. 100% cleared up questions about Mel's total lack of care, simply repeating his cold, insincere radio speech to staff and players whose livelihoods he's put at real risk  100% cleared up the questions of whether he's personally funded some things - he has, so the players and staff have what they need to progress. 100% cleared up questions around what he thought of Mel - and as direct as he still was, he was clearly being diplomatic. 100% cleared up his commitment to this club, the players, the staff and us fans.  We've had other threads opining views on Rooney but in my honest opinion, this bloke is already a legend just for sticking by us and for doing what he's done with the team despite everything going on.  He seriously could afford to walk away, but for the council estate lad who fought for everything he has, he simply won't unlike our esteemed previous owner.  Credit too the players who could so easily capitulate.  And credit tot to LR & Co who resolutely stand by Rooney. 
What I do get out of this, and the Administrator's press conference, is that there is a huge belief in this club, regardless of whether we remain in the Championship, or, more likely L1 and that mid to long term we will come again better, fitter and stronger.  
I have honestly been doom and gloom this past few days, but today, there's a ray of light for me, that those in the wings might, just might genuinely want to see us good, and not simply cash in and see us fade ingloriously away.  

Gotta hold my hands up and say Rooney has really gone up in my estimation.  At the end of last season I wanted a change in manager but fair play to him, not only had he playing better football & getting results but the way he's conducted things in the last week has shown he genuinely cares about the club and it's staff.

Not sure I'd want you next to me in the trenches. 

"that's a great question" oh come on ?

I think what bothered Rooney is that staff were looking to him for answers and he couldn't give any because nobody had bothered to tell him anything. 
And Rooney being the guy he is wants to tell these people what they can expect, what might be down the road and what they can prepare for
I think what he wanted is more honesty and openness. I don't think he means to say that Mel has deceived anyone exactly. Just that he didn't have the best interests of the people at heart. 

Wayne Rooney stating what most of us on here already know that Mel Morris is a scumbag.
Never ever been sure about him from the time he went into the dressing room under Clement.
Whatever points deductions are coming, take them all now.
Barring a miracle, league one is inevitable. We don't want any more points deductions when we are there.
First thing any new owner needs to do is give Rooney a new deal and tell him to take us back up.

Rooney needs to be careful what he's saying about Morris otherwise he could be facing the sack. Oh wait a minute...... 

Makes sense. There's a point at which the total deduction is insurmountable. Once January comes, we may as well sell who won't be here next season whilst they're still under contract, then give whoever is left some first team experience. Either they'll impress enough to be sold on for money to help with a rebuild, or they'll gain valuable experience.

Incredible leadership from Rooney. Couldn't have any more respect for the man, he doesn't have to put up with this poo but has because he cares. ducking fair play Wayne.

After a rough month accidentally injuring Jason Knight, and the hotel room sleeping incident, the man has been a beacon for the club.
Criticise his on the pitch stuff, fine. But even that's been improving. You cannot criticise how he's handled the backroom stuff. 
Lampard always felt like he was only using the club as a stepping stone. The same can't be said for Rooney - it feels like he actually cares.

I quite like the idea of just moving on now and not having any more to say on him. 
What's done is done and any energy wasted on anger could be better spent elsewhere. 
He did throw a huge amount of his own fortune at the club but we are where we are because of him. 
Can't wait to move on

As I mentioned some time ago, there's a lot of Dave Mackay's spirit about him.

Rooney confirmed that he has been funding things from his own pocket. 
Heroic 

Awesome interview yes…
… but do we have to careful not to upset Mr Morris too much with negative comments and laying into him in public… he does still hold the keys to Pride Park Stadium.

Very proud. 
Inspirational stuff. Showing more determination, honesty and respect than some others have that should care more

Great interview by wayne and so pleased to hear him speaking frankly about Mel and his disrespectful communications and decisions surrounding Derby county.
 

“How do you handle the pressure Wayne”
” I have had pressure since I was 16, I have no problem with pressure, it’s my job to help other people, staff, players handle the pressure”
Right man, right time
 

We’ll I have no problem hitching my wagon to Wayne Rooney’s horse.
What a leader.

"When we come out of this we'll come out of this shining"
Already are Mr Rooney! You already are

From doom and gloom to a bit more upbeat in just a couple of hours. 
 
I don’t think Mel will be on Wayne’s Xmas list ??. Good on him it is clear how Mel kept everyone in the dark and shafted us all. 
 
Wazza is handling the questions very well. An annoyance of mine was how he was during interviews, even the handing Tom the captaincy. He must have watched the Kings Speech a few time. Like a seasoned pro now.