🎙️“I’m sorry to say 😡 but he can no longer work under me at Derby County” – John Eustace Breaks £23M Forgotten Star’s Heart
🎙️“I’m sorry to say 😡 but he can no longer work under me at Derby County” – John Eustace Breaks £23M Forgotten Star’s Heart
Derby County manager John Eustace has delivered a brutal verdict on one of the club’s most expensive signings, admitting that the player’s time at Pride Park is effectively over.
Speaking after Derby’s latest Championship outing, Eustace shocked reporters by stating:
🎙️ “I’m sorry to say, but he can no longer work under me at Derby County. Sometimes, things just don’t fit. For the good of the team, he has to look for a new club by January. It’s the end.”
Derby County boss John Eustace has dropped a bombshell after his side’s frustrating 0-1 loss to Preston North End, singling out one of the club’s most expensive signings and declaring that his time at Pride Park is over.
The Rams were outplayed in a lacklustre performance, leaving supporters furious. Eustace’s post-match reaction made headlines, as he blasted the £23 million-rated “forgotten star” who, in his view, cost Derby the game.
🎙️ “I’m sorry to say, but he can no longer work under me at Derby County. Sometimes you have to be honest – what I saw out there was unacceptable. He must look for a new club by January. It’s the end,” Eustace told reporters, visibly angry after the defeat.
The coach’s fury came after yet another below-par display from the player, who was expected to deliver but instead produced what Eustace described as a “bad performance that let the team down when it mattered most.”
Fans reacted sharply on social media, echoing their manager’s frustration. Some called the player a “wasted signing,” while others demanded Derby move quickly in January to replace him with hungrier talent.
Eustace closed his remarks by stressing that no one is bigger than the club:
🎙️ “We are Derby County. We fight until the end. If you cannot give 100% for this badge, then you don’t belong here.”
The shocking revelation sets up a tense few months, as the once-promising signing looks destined for the exit door when the January transfer window opens.
