Exciting Arsenal youngster Nacer Barazite has joined the Rams on loan until December 31.
The 18-year-old Dutchman has two senior appearances for the Gunners and arrives with the ability to play as an attacking midfielder or support striker.
Derby boss Paul Jewell believes Barazite has a big future in the game.
"Nacer is young but has played in their first-team and he will come here to join up with our first-team squad," Jewell said.
"I am quite keen to get a link-up with some of the top teams and I spoke to Arsene Wenger over the summer about a few players.
"Nacer is going to be a good player. He is an exciting prospect, a very good footballer, and he will be a good addition to our squad."
Jewell also confirmed that the Rams are taking a look at French midfielder Julien Sable.
The 27-year-old currently plays for RC Lens but has vast expereince with over 300 league games in ten years with Saint-Etienne.
