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Derby County are interested in signing Amine Bassi on a free transfer. The Moroccan playmaker is available to sign as a free agent after recently departing Houston Dynamo.
What's the background?
Bassi is keen on a potential return to Europe and would be interested in joining the EFL Championship side. He previously played in the English second division with Barnsley, scoring 2 goals and registering 5 assists in 16 appearances.
The 28-year-old impressed during his time in the MLS, winning the U.S Open Cup and scoring 21 goals and registering 18 assists for Houston Dynamo.
Why does it matter for Derby County?
The signing of Bassi could be a significant boost for Derby County, who are currently 8th in the Championship with 69 points from 46 games, and 26 points behind leaders Coventry.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League standing | 8th |
| Points | 69 |
| Goal difference | +8 |
What comes next?
Derby County will be looking to finalize the signing of Bassi in the coming weeks, as they prepare for the upcoming season. With the team's recent form being LWLWL, they will be hoping to strengthen their squad and make a push for promotion.
As of June 27, 2026, Derby County have scored 67 goals and conceded 59, and will be looking to improve on this record with the addition of Bassi to their squad.
