Derby County's pursuit of Chiedozie Ogbene has been questioned by a fan pundit, citing concerns over the Ireland international's form and potential impact on the team's chances. The Rams have been linked with a move for the Ipswich Town forward, but a fan pundit has expressed doubts over the signing. According to the pundit, Derby would be better off trying to get Ben Brereton Diaz back into the team after his loan spell at Pride Park last season. The pundit believes that Sheffield United's interest in the Chile international is telling, as they had the Ipswich star on loan last season.

What happened? Derby County's pursuit of Chiedozie Ogbene has been questioned by a fan pundit. The pundit believes that the Ireland international's form has been poor over the last few seasons and that he has not settled well wherever he has been.

Why it matters for Derby County The pundit believes that Derby would be better off trying to get Ben Brereton Diaz back into the team. The pundit believes that there are better alternatives out there to Brereton Diaz than Ogbene.

What comes next? The Rams have until 1 September to complete any other deals. The club has already secured the permanent signing of Bobby Clark, and Filip Bilbija and Charlie Taylor have also joined as free agents. The Ireland international contributed three goals and one assist from 13 appearances in the league for Eustace's side.

Chiedozie Ogbene loan would be underwhelming for Derby Ogbene has suffered with injury issues in the last few seasons and has not settled well wherever he has been. The pundit believes that the Ireland international's form has been poor over the last few seasons and that he has not settled well wherever he has been. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 8th in Championship, 69 pts, 20W-9D-17L from 46 games, recent form LWLWL. Goals this season: 67 scored, 59 conceded (+8 goal difference). Title race: 26 points behind leaders Coventry.