Derby County transfer targets and Leicester City injury updates ahead of season

Derby County are gearing up for the Championship start, looking to strengthen the squad. After midfielder Liam Thompson left for Mansfield Town, the club is monitoring Huddersfield midfielder Tom Iorpenda, who impressed on loan at Notts County, and is in competition with clubs from France, Germany and Hull City for Crystal Palace midfielder David Ozoh. Head coach John Eustace described Ozoh as a "great addition" as Derby aim to reshape the team before the Carabao Cup opener.

Leicester City are set to face Northampton Town in the first round of the Carabao Cup after a busy pre‑season. Manager Brendan Rodgers highlighted injury concerns: defender Ben Nelson suffered a knee knock, with Rodgers saying, "Hopefully it's nothing serious and we'll assess that in the next couple of days." Midfielder Will Alves is expected to be fit for the Northampton match, while Conor Chaplin’s return date remains uncertain.