Derby boss Wayne Rooney wants to bring Phil Bardsley to the Rams — if the club is saved from relegation.

Boss Rooney and his former Manchester United team-mate are very close.

And he will be in for the defender, 36, when his Burnley contract ends, says The Sun.

Bardsley infamously decked Roo during a boxing bout in the ex-striker's kitchen.

Rooney hopes American Chris Kirchner takes over the Rams and allows him to make fresh signings next season.

Derby gave their survival hopes a shot in the arm on Friday with a 2-1 win over probable champs Fulham.