'Likely' update on Derby County, Leeds United and Sheffield Wednesday transfer target

A major update has been revealed on Derby County transfer target Karamoko Dembele who is currently at Ligue 1 side Brest.

Dembele spent last season on loan at League One side Blackpool, but has returned to his parent club in France.

Rumours of interest from the Rams, Leeds United and Sheffield Wednesday has developed for the attacking midfielder who is available for transfer according to his parent club.

A move looks likely for Dembele as Brest’s Sporting Director confirmed to L’Equipe that he will depart the club and so Derby could make a move for the 21 year-old and have been given the green light.

Last season, the midfielder scored nine goals and recorded 14 assists for Blackpool earning him their player of the season accolade.

He could provide a good replacement for Max Bird at Derby County and seeing as the Rams are in need of midfield help, he could be a strong target for Paul Warne.

It was originally reported that the Rams were looking at either a loan deal or permanent deal for Dembele, however as it seems that he will be leaving Brest, it would seem to be permanent if Warne targeted the 21 year-old.

However, with significant interest from Championship rivals Leeds and Sheffield Wednesday, the Rams may have to move fast.

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