Two players set to return to squad in latest Derby County injury news
Derby County face Lincoln City before heading to Wigan on Boxing day
Paul Warne will be pleased as it looks as though he could have more players returning from injury over the Christmas period.
It could be vital for the Rams in what is going to be a busy part of the season with games coming thick and fast.
There is a possibility that two players could return tonight for Derby's home game against Lincoln City with a few more set to return in the near future.
Liam Thompson
Liam Thompson has been out of action with a quad injury since October just after he broke out into the first team. The 21 year old midfielder has been back in training over the past few weeks and could feature this evening against Lincoln City.
A big relief for the promising Thompson.
Callum Elder
Callum Elder has been on a similar timeline to Thompson but the Australian defender has been dealing with an ankle injury. He is also set to be available for tonight's game should Paul Warne wish to select him.
Ryan Nyambe
Ryan Nyambe is unlikely to be fit to return this evening. The defender did however return to training this week as he is recovering from a groin injury and will be assessed ahead of the game.
Korey Smith
Korey Smith has been out of action for a couple of weeks now and is recovering from a knee injury. He hasn't yet returned to training and it hasn't been indicated as to when the midfielder could return.
Conor Washington
Conor Washington is on a similar timeline to Korey Smith and has not yet returned to training. The Northern-Irish international will be hoping to come back as soon as possible after he recovers from his ankle injury.
Martyn Waghorn
Martyn Waghorn's hot start to the season was somewhat halted by his injury. The 33 year-old has been dealing with a calf issue and is not set to return for some time.
Jake Rooney has been recovering from an ACL injury and will be out for at least the majority of the season.