Derby County have won automatic promotion from League One and will compete in the Championship.
The Rams have had challenges in recent years, including administration and relegation, but by adhering to an EFL-approved financial plan, they have successfully completed their return to the second tier.
Paul Warne and his teammates face a difficult assignment as they strive to reestablish themselves as a Championship side. Their roster has some great players like Nathaniel Mendez-Laing, Eiran Cashin, and others, but new additions are needed this summer.
Alan Nixon’s latest Patreon report has revealed a prospective target.
He says Derby County’may‘ enter the chase for Rotherham United custodian Viktor Johansson.
The Swede is poised to leave the demoted Millers this summer following another stellar season. Rumours have circulated about a release option in his contract, and Nixon claims the amount is £900,000 for this summer.
Stoke City and Sheffield United have already been linked and are named again in this fresh report, but the Rams may enter the fray following their promotion.
While Rotherham United are preparing to enter League One, Johansson’s signing would be a huge surprise. If it hadn’t been for the goalie, you can only imagine how horrible things would have been for the Millers.
As a result, a relocation away from the AESSEAL New York Stadium becomes inevitable.
However, his destination has yet to be determined. At a rumoured £900,000, there will be clubs from all around looking to sign the Sweden international this summer, so Johansson will most certainly have plenty of alternatives.
Championship interest has already appeared, but at this price, foreign interest cannot be ruled out.
Is Derby County taking it too far?
Derby County could look to acquire a custodian this summer. Joe Wildsmith is out of contract, and if he does not sign a new term, they will undoubtedly bring in a new number one.
Even if he stays, he may be replaced.
The Rams are not subject to the same financial constraints as before, but a £900,000 investment in just one player may be too much for their first season back in the Championship.
It would be a statement signing for Derby County and a clear indication of their ambition. However, his price tag may make him a more plausible option for Stoke City or Sheffield United fans.
