Paul Warne has acknowledged that Derby County is currently entangled in a transfer chain and mentioned that other EFL managers are facing similar issues, as discussed in a recent meeting. Warne highlighted that transfers were a significant topic of conversation during the meeting, reflecting the general sluggishness in the market.

Derby aims to finalize their transfer activities over the next four weeks, with a key priority being the acquisition of a striker, potentially through Premier League loans.

Warne noted that the recent Euro 2024 and ongoing Premier League tours have influenced the market dynamics. He likened the situation to a house-buying chain, where breaking the chain can lead to complications. He also mentioned that EFL managers are experiencing similar problems, with player demands being high and the transfer market feeling congested due to Premier League clubs still being on tour abroad.