Five players that could join Derby County in the summer transfer window

Bailey Wright – Centre Back (Sunderland, on loan at Rotherham Utd)

A player that Derby were rumoured to have interest in over January, Wright would be an option to bolster Derby’s back line. The 30-year-old can play at full back but is primarily a centre back.

The Aussie made 14 appearances in the Championship this season for Sunderland before heading on loan to Rotherham in January where he has played in seven games. He’d add some depth to the Rams’ defence and crucially some experience as Derby currently start two youngsters in Eiran Cashin and Jake Rooney. A solid, League One level starter, he’d be a useful addition for Paul Warne.

Aden Flint – Centre Back (Stoke City, on loan at Sheffield Wednesday)

Currently on loan at League One rivals Sheffield Wednesday, Flint has been linked to the Rams in what feels like every transfer window. Could this finally be the year he comes to Derby.

The 33 year-old would provide Paul Warne’s side with some stability and quality to the defence. He’d likely start most games if he joined the Rams whether this be in League One or the Championship. Flint’s age would make him a solid short-term option and someone that could help Derby’s youngsters really develop.

Adam Idah – Striker (Norwich City)

Idah would only come to Pride Park on loan but he would certainly give Derby some much needed speed up front. It has been well documented that Rams boss Paul Warne is a big fan of Adam Idah, a player that Warne tried to sign whilst he was manager at Rotherham.

The Norwich striker has made 21 appearances this season but only scored one goal. A loan move would be ideal for the 21 year-old and Derby could prove to be a perfect destination.

Haydon Roberts – Full Back (Brighton and Hove Albion)

Roberts has had a successful loan spell with the Rams this season, but he could return to Pride Park next season as a permanent Derby player. In an interview with Rams TV, the 20-year-old said: “I see myself as a Derby player - not a loan player. I feel part of the club and I really want to be successful here.” – could this be a hint at what his plan for the future is?

Roberts’ contract at Brighton is set to expire in the summer, should they not renew his deal, the Rams could bring him in on a free transfer, he’d provide Paul Warne with a very solid option in defence and due to his youth, he could develop into a real star.

Sam Hoskins – Winger (Northampton Town)

A player that the Rams were linked with last summer, Hoskins could provide some real quality to Paul Warne’s side. He’s been in fine form this season, scoring 20 goals in 36 appearances in League Two for Northampton Town.

Hoskins can play on either wing and also as a striker, his versatility would make him a very useful player in League One or the Championship. His contract is set to expire in 2024, so the Rams would have to pay for Northampton’s star man, but the 30-year-old would be an exciting addition to Derby’s attack for next season.