Derby County’s transfer window has been quite successful, having acquired eight new players, extended contracts of some key players, and retained important squad members. However, as the August 30 deadline nears, uncertainty looms over the future of some players for the 2024/25 season.
Darren Robinson and Tyrese Fornah have been loaned out, with Robinson joining Hartlepool United and Fornah moving to Salford City. While Derby is hesitant to part with more players due to squad depth limitations, potential new arrivals could see changes for two players at different stages of their careers.
32-year-old Conor Washington has struggled to make an impact since arriving at Derby from Rotherham United last season. With injuries and poor form hindering his progress, Washington finds himself on the sidelines, omitted from recent matches. His lackluster goal-scoring record further complicates his future at Pride Park.
In contrast, 19-year-old Dajaune Brown, a promising talent from the academy, has showcased his potential with impressive performances. With nine goals in 11 games for the U21s and U18s last season, Brown’s loan spell at Gateshead hints at a bright future for him at Derby, possibly earning a call-up to the Jamaican national team.
Starting off slow in the North East, Brown picked up steam and notched six goals for his team in the league, playing a pivotal role in their triumphant run in the FA Trophy. His standout moment came with a lightning-quick hat-trick against Peterborough Sports, securing a spot in the semi-final, and later sealing the victory with a crucial penalty against Solihull Moors at Wembley. Despite narrowly missing goals in the Carabao Cup against Chesterfield, his potential caught the eye of fans. With talks of a loan to League One or Two circulating, Brown’s future seems promising, waiting on Warne’s next move.
