Lack of Eiran Cashin developments could spell good news for Derby County | OneFootball

Derby County will be confident of keeping hold of 22-year-old defender Eiran Cashin during the January window as speculation surrounding the defender's future continues to simmer.

The Republic of Ireland centre-back has continued his impressive form under Paul Warne in League One this season with the Rams occupying fourth spot in the table, two points from the automatic places.

with the club saying he is not for sale.

With the Rams eager to win promotion, the defender's current form is one of the reasons why they are chasing a return to the Championship.

Which clubs were interested in Eiran Cashin?

In the lead up to the January transfer window, six clubs were believed to be interested in Cashin, according to TEAMtalk.

Brighton and Hove Albion, Burnley and West Ham United were the Premier League clubs to have taken an interest in him - Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder was another name mentioned as being one of the 22-year-old's admirers.

His impressive performances have also attracted a lot of interest from the Championship, including a move to Birmingham City to link up with Wayne Rooney, who he worked with at Derby previously, before his departure from St. Andrews last week.

His former Manchester United team-mate Michael Carrick was also keen to bring the young defender to play-off hopefuls Middlesbrough.

How important is Eiran Cashin to Derby County's promotion hopes?

Rams head coach Warne said speculation regarding Cashin has brought the best out of the academy graduate, and he now hopes he can continue playing an integral part in their charge towards promotion. from League One.

"It makes zero difference that he has extended his contract," Warne told the Derby Telegraph. "If he was out of contract in the summer or had 10 years left, it's the same thing although it might look better.

"But in fairness to 'Cash', he has been excellent. He has matured above his years with all the speculation on him in the last four to five months. His performances have been impeccable.

"If he was to go this window then it would be a massive blow. He might go in the next window or the one after, who knows? Football changes very quickly.

"I've nothing but good things to say about 'Cash'. I know how much he enjoys being at the club. His dad goes everywhere because he was stood beside my son at the Oxford game. I know how proud he is of watching his son play for Derby and hopefully he can watch his son create a really good memory for everyone."

How much is Eiran Cashin worth?

As mentioned previously, Derby have activated a clause within Cashin's contract to extend his current deal to 2025.

They are in a strong position in the League One table, but promotion to the second tier is far from guaranteed.

However, Cashin is an exceptional talent that is attracting a lot of attention, so the Rams may consider an offer for his services should the fee and the club be right for both parties.

Derby could reasonably earn around £5 million for the defender, which a number of sides should look to take advantage of if they can afford it.