Dajaune Brown, who has been on loan at Port Vale, will return to Pride Park with an uncertain future. With Carlton Morris, Patrick Agyemang and Lars-Jorgen Salvesen also in the first-team squad, Brown's chances of being included in Eustace's plans appear to be remote. His loan spell at Gateshead may attract interest from clubs in the National League or League Two. Another loan or a permanent move away from Derby could be an option.

Derby County may be open to offers for Dajaune Brown this summer. While another loan move could be beneficial, it would leave Derby to consider the same question they face this season, which is whether they believe they have a future Championship striker. If the answer is no, Derby might be open to offers. Brown is under contract at DCFC until June 2027. A permanent departure could be advantageous for all parties involved. Brown would receive regular playing time, while space and money would become available for John Eustace’s side.