Derby County is eyeing a potential move for a League One striker just before Friday’s deadline as the 2024 summer transfer window inches closer to its end.
The Rams find themselves in a race against time to secure a new striker with only a couple of days left before the window closes. Despite welcoming Kayden Jackson and Jerry Yates to Pride Park earlier this summer, it’s evident that more reinforcements are needed upfront, especially after a slow start to the 2024/25 season.
Manager Paul Warne has expressed his frustrations over Derby’s recent struggles to land a striker, but the club remains linked with several new names in their search for attacking firepower.
One player on their radar is Tom Cannon, made available by Leicester City following the arrival of Jordan Ayew. However, competition from other Championship clubs might push his price beyond Derby’s budget despite their interest.
Additionally, Derby has inquired about Preston North End’s Will Keane as another potential target, along with interest from Wrexham and other competitors vying for the striker.
In a new development, Victor Adeboyejo has emerged as a potential signing for Derby just ahead of the transfer deadline. The striker’s name may ring a bell for Derby fans following his standout performances during Bolton Wanderers’ promotion battle last season.
According to journalist Darren Witcoop on talkSPORT 2 radio, Derby holds a keen interest in Adeboyejo, with a strong likelihood that he may part ways with Bolton this summer. Witcoop highlighted Adeboyejo’s scoring prowess in League One and suggested that he could be a valuable asset for many Championship teams, including Derby.
With Jackson and Yates struggling for form early in the season, there’s a clear sense of urgency for Derby to secure a more clinical goal scorer, a role Adeboyejo could potentially fill. The 26-year-old Nigerian made an impact at Bolton following his move from Burton Albion in 2023, showcasing his goal-scoring ability with 10 goals in 35 League One appearances last season. His promising start in the current campaign suggests he could be the reinforcement Derby needs upfront, drawing praise from Bolton manager Ian Evatt for his standout performances.