Potential Derby owner Chris Kirchner issues telling refusal as he plays in Saudi golf event

Chris Kirchner is playing golf in Saudi Arabia. He is interested in buying Derby County. The deadline for the purchase of the club has been missed several times. Mike Ashley is still interested. Derby were relegated from the Championship last season. They start their new League One season on July 30. Pre-season is expected to begin in late June. Wayne Rooney's side have just a few players beyond this summer. The majority of players want to stay at the team. Former Newcastle owner Mike Ashley is also interested, according to the Daily Mail.