Despite his quiet, mild-mannered persona, one of the things that is coming to define John Eustace’s near year at Pride Park is a decisive transfer policy.   After thirteen departures in the summer, this week it was the turn of the last two players of the season, Curtis Nelson and Ebou Adams. Two players Derby likely would not be in the Championship without.   Ruthless Eustace is certainly getting the chance to shape this Rams squad in his image, albeit it has been a process d

“Nowhere near good enough” and then “great”.  It was a game of two halves (and Derby formations) according to John Eustace, as his side fell to defeat at home to Preston.

Match report and analysis as Derby County climb out of the EFL Championship relegation zone with victory over Preston North End.