Wayne Rooney believes Ravel Morrison will relaunch his career at Derby County.

Rams boss Rooney gave a lifeline to his former Manchester United teammate with a short-term contract at Pride Park.

Morrison scored a stunning goal to knock Salford City out of the Carabao Cup this week, and Rooney thinks Premier League clubs will come calling if he continues to deliver this season.

"He has that stability off the field,' said the former England captain. "That is where people misunderstand him. I have seen him staying late at the training ground, helping our younger players.

"The Ravel I knew at United was a kid. The Ravel I know now is an experienced player – even though he should have played more games than he has at this age – but he has been at a lot of clubs and he has seen how the game works.

"I have seen a real maturity in him. I have no doubt in his ability and I have no doubt in my ability to get the best out of him.

"If I can do that this season, it will be very difficult for us to keep hold of him. I am sure there will be Premier League clubs knocking at the door if I get what I want out of him."