Derby County is making waves on the awards scene as the EFL season nears its exciting climax.
The Rams have experienced a tumultuous journey in League One, but their current second-place standing with four games left hints at a potential promotion back to the Championship. Under Paul Warne’s guidance, the team has overcome injuries and obstacles to emerge as serious contenders at the top.
Securing four consecutive wins would mark a triumphant return to the Championship, although any misstep would necessitate reliance on results from other matches.
Despite the challenges, Derby’s season has been filled with memorable moments, showcasing remarkable individual performances that have caught the attention of the EFL ahead of their upcoming awards ceremony.
EFL Awards 2024
The highly anticipated EFL awards night for 2024 is fast approaching, set to honor the standout performers from all 72 clubs across the Championship to League Two divisions. The nominations span various categories, recognizing excellence among managers, players, young talents, and club personnel.
Derby County has received two nominations for the upcoming EFL awards. Nathaniel Mendez-Laing is a nominee for the League One Player of the Season, competing against Peterborough’s Harrison Burrows and Portsmouth’s Marlon Pack. Mendez-Laing’s contributions, with eight goals and 16 assists in 42 appearances, highlight his vital role within the Rams’ squad.
Another nominee from Derby is young striker Dajaune Brown, contending for the League One Apprentice of the Season title alongside Northampton’s Reuben Wyatt and Cheltenham’s Tom King. Brown’s loan spell at Gateshead in the National League has been fruitful, with six goals in just 14 appearances, showcasing his promising talent at just 18 years old.
Derby County targets
The award nominations are representative of a club getting back to where they want to be. Derby County struggled for a while after ownership troubles, but now find themselves amongst the shining examples in the EFL.
While the Rams will be more focused on earning promotion to the Championship, individual awards would certainly be welcomed. In the case of Brown, it also shows a promising future for the young striker.
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