Why John Eustace will face real Derby County headache if Cal...

The East Lancashire team has already sold Danny Batth and Andreas Weimann to John Eustace’s team this summer.

The decision to bring Derby’s manager from Rovers in February caused a stir in the division because of their

divergent fortunes at the time.

The Rams battled to stay in the Championship, while Blackburn aimed for the playoffs.

After keeping Derby as afloat, Eustace is now hoping to add Brittain this summer.

The manager may wonder where other players in the team fit into his plans, even though the full-back is well

regarded at this level.

Callum Brittain’s arrival could see current Derby County defenders moved on

Currently, the Rams have enough depth at right-back with Kane Wilson and Ryan Nyambe respectively.

Together, the two made 50 appearances at the Championship last season and appeared to be just what the Rams

needed in that regard.

Wilson performed well when used in more offensive positions, allowing Eustace to play with wing-backs all season

long, while Nyambe served as a suitable backup.

Although it makes sense that Eustace would want to improve every member of his club, Brittain’s signing would

probably come with a hefty transfer fee.

Therefore, coupled with the Blackburn full-back’s talent, it would be expected to see him join as the first-choice

option in that department.

Wilson will no doubt feel he has proven himself capable of starting for a Championship side and wouldn’t be happy

playing second fiddle to Brittain.

Kane Wilson – Derby County stats 2024/25, as per Fotmob
Appearances	33
Successful dribbles	57
Duels Won	173
Recoveries	131
Yellow Cards	0
Goals	2
Successful crosses	23

Therefore, Brittain’s signing would ultimately indicate that Eustace is prepared to let the 25-year-old to leave Pride

Park.

Some might argue that Wilson is being treated unfairly because he was one of the Rams’ most dependable players

during their late-season surge to win the championship.

Eustace’s interest in the full-back, even in the absence of Brittain, indicates that he isn’t quite content with his

present crop, which may fuel more rumours about Wilson’s future this summer.

Eustace left Blackburn for Pride Park with the understanding that he would have greater financial flexibility in the

transfer market, and thus far, that has been the case.

The Rams’ intention to support Eustace and company this summer is demonstrated by their agreement to pay £5

million to buy Patrick Agyemang, a striker for Charlotte FC.

With the full-back still having one year left on his contract at Ewood Park and Rovers not ready to sell, Derby would

need to pay a hefty transfer fee to acquire Brittain.