Derbyshire Life, he spoke about his passion for Derby, who are currently in financial trouble and facing liquidation.The club are also fighting relegation after a deduction of 21 points following historical financial breaches.
They have, however, earned praise for their play under the management of former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney.In the interview, Clooney said he started following the club after working with Jack O’Connell on the film Money Monster in 2016.He told the magazine: “I have worked with quite a few British football fans and their moods were often dependent on how well their favourite soccer team had performed in their latest game.“I found it quite curious and wanted to know what made that happen.
Nobody wants to see their team lose but it seemed that British football fans were much more involved in the importance of the result.
I was introduced to the Rams by Jack O’Connell a few years ago when we were making a movie together. He was so passionate about his team and has followed Derby County all his life.“I watched a few games on TV and gradually I began to understand soccer better and began to look out for Derby County’s games and results.
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