Derby County chief executive Sam Rush has revealed his optimism regarding the future of captain Richard Keogh.

The 28-year-old's current contract is due to expire next summer and he has recently been linked with a move to Premier League side Burnley.

However, Rush has expressed his confidence that the defender can be convinced to extend his stay at the iPro Stadium.

"Richard is away on international duty and we're going to sit down with him when he gets back," Rush told the Derby Telegraph. "He knows how highly we regard him at the club and we're looking forward to sitting down with him.

"I'm absolutely optimistic. We've secured everyone so far and Richard is the last one but I'm sure he won't be the last one for too long."

Keogh joined Derby from Coventry City in 2012.