Derby County have encountered a ‘complication’ in one of their ongoing transfer pursuits.

Paul Warne has had a brilliant summer regarding new arrivals at Pride Park, with the signing of Ben Osborn taking the headlines. The former Sheffield United and Nottingham Forest midfielder brings ample Premier League and Championship experience.

In addition, Warne has further strengthened the midfield by signing Kenzo Goudmijn for £600,000 and bringing in Ebou Adams, who joined following a successful loan spell during the 2023/24 season, significantly contributing to Derby County’s automatic promotion to the Championship.

Despite these additions, Derby County have run into a complication with a current target in a position that needs improvement.

Paul Warne issues a negative update surrounding their pursuit for a goalkeeper

Derby County currently have only one first-team goalkeeper after Joe Wildsmith’s departure to West Brom, leaving Josh Vickers as the sole shot-stopper. Paul Warne has expressed a strong desire to add one or two more goalkeepers to the squad.

Warne noted the situation with their goalkeeper target has encountered some complications, but he remains hopeful that it will be resolved soon. If not, he plans to pursue alternative options.

Recently, Derby County has been linked with Leicester City’s Daniel Iversen and Djurgården’s Jacob Widell Zetterström as potential additions to their goalkeeping ranks.

Paul Warne must keep focus on bringing in goalkeeper reinforcements at Derby County

With Vickers as the only senior goalkeeper at the club, Paul Warne is rightly pushing for a new man to take the position between the sticks. His proactive approach to the transfer window so far is likely refreshing for Derby County fans, who will feel confident in their preparations for the upcoming Championship campaign.

Warne must ensure he doesn’t become short-sighted in targeting his next goalkeeper, as any complications should prompt them to, as he says, ‘persevere with another target.’ This is especially crucial considering the former Rotherham United boss aims to bring in more than one goalkeeper.

As long as the ongoing transfer situation surrounding a goalkeeper does not drag on, Warne seems poised to transform his Rams side into one that will be ready for the challenges of the Championship.