Derby County, the Championship club, is reportedly in takeover talks with Saudi Arabia's boxing chief Turki Al-Sheikh. The English Football League and the Independent Football Regulator (IFR) are aware of the interest. Al-Sheikh, who is behind Saudi Arabia's takeover of boxing, is believed to be keen on buying the club. The takeover talks are at an early stage, and no deal has been agreed upon yet. Derby County finished eighth in the Championship this season and is looking to strengthen its position in the league. The club's management is expected to make a statement soon regarding the takeover talks.