Eustace confirmed as much to BBC Radio Derby on Monday, following defeat at Leicester City, suggesting "the club have been looking at him for a while" and he could be "one for the future". When Derby went for Fraulo last season, they were not alone in their pursuit and offers entered the multi-millions for his services. The position Eustace has lacked is that player to unpick a defence and progress the Rams up the pitch. Can a 22-year-old in his first experience of English football be the answer when fully up to speed? We will find out across the month but this deal is certainly one with an eye into the summer and beyond.

Source: BBC January 03, 2026 00:43 UTC