Derby County secured their latest summer acquisition on Monday as they finalized the loan signing of Tawanda Chirewa from Wolves. This makes Chirewa the 10th player to join Paul Warne’s squad this transfer window. Despite a promising 1-0 victory over Middlesbrough, there are concerns that Derby might face a challenging Championship season ahead. Fans believe the team needs reinforcements across various positions, prompting a potential late recruitment drive following recent discussions at Pride Park.

The focus seems to be shifting towards securing Premier League loan deals, a trend not only for Derby County but for several Championship clubs as the transfer deadline approaches. Leicester City is reportedly considering sending some of their promising youngsters on loan, with players like Kasey McAteer, Ben Nelson, and Tom Cannon potentially heading out. While McAteer and Nelson could be viable options for Derby, it seems less likely that they could secure a deal for Cannon, who has attracted interest from Sunderland with a significant offer on the table.

Ultimately, a loan deal with Leicester City could inject valuable Championship quality into Derby’s squad, offering potential reinforcements that could bolster the team’s prospects for the upcoming season.