Derby, England — Derby County are on the verge of completing the capture of a promising midfielder in what could be considered a bargain deal for the Sky Bet Championship club. Sources close to the negotiations say Derby are finalising terms with Borussia Mönchengladbach midfielder Oscar Fraulo, with the midfielder expected to sign pending a medical.
The deal, reported by Football League World, represents a shrewd piece of business by the Rams’ recruitment team as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of a challenging 2025–26 Championship season under manager John Eustace. Fraulo, who has previously plied his trade in Germany’s Bundesliga, is seen as a dynamic central midfielder capable of adding energy and creativity to Derby’s engine room.
Derby County have been proactive in the transfer market this year, combining smart acquisitions with cost-effective signings. Earlier this year the club completed the acquisition of Swedish goalkeeper Jacob Widell Zetterström, a move that was widely praised for its value after Derby secured his services from Djurgårdens IF.
The Rams currently sit mid-table in the Championship and will be hoping that incoming reinforcements like Fraulo can help push them higher up the standings. Supporters will be watching closely to see if the deal is ratified and officially announced by the club in the coming days.
