Derby County’s Academy has welcomed a total of 13 new first-year scholars ahead of the 2023/24 season.
The new crop of youngsters have joined Jake Buxton’s squad, competing in the Under-18s Premier League - North, as they prepare to take on two-year apprenticeships.
In addition, ten players are now beginning their second year as scholars as they look to earn themselves a professional contract and push towards potentially stepping up to the Under-21s squad or beyond.
Joining the ranks as first-year scholars are: Demiane Agustien, Cruz Allen, Luke Banks, Owen Eames, Tristan Gill, Isaac Gordon, Niall McAndrew, Adisa Osayande, Justin Oguntolu, Johnson Osong, Harley Price, Jack Thompson, Marsel Tola.
The Rams’ second-year scholars are: Dajaune Brown, Daniel Cox, Jaydan Davidson, Harry Hawkins, Billy Gough, Jack Perry, Keilen Robinson, Farren Simons, Josh Shattell, Lennon Wheeldon.
The Under-18s’ 2023/24 fixtures will be confirmed in due course once they have been revealed by the Premier League.
