“I’m Sorry to Say — He Needs to Leave by January!” 😡

💥 “I’m Sorry to Say — He Needs to Leave by January!” 😡

Derby County Boss John Eustace Slams Lazy Player in Explosive Outburst

Derby County manager John Eustace has sent shockwaves through Pride Park after publicly condemning one of his players, accusing him of being lazy and insisting he must leave the club by January.

Speaking to reporters after training, the Rams boss didn’t mince his words:

🎙️ “I’m sorry to say this, but he needs to leave by January. A player like this will make me lose my job. I can’t keep someone who’s lazy and not ready to fight for the team.”

The statement has spread rapidly across social media, with Derby fans in disbelief. Some applauded Eustace for his honesty, while others speculated which player had pushed him to breaking point.

Sources close to the squad suggest tensions have been growing in recent weeks over commitment levels in training and poor attitude behind the scenes. Eustace — known for his strict standards and demand for discipline — has reportedly lost patience.

One fan wrote online:

“Eustace is spot on. If you don’t want to fight for the badge, pack your bags.”

Another added:

“Finally a manager who tells the truth. We need fighters, not tourists.”

The identity of the player remains undisclosed, but with the January transfer window approaching, an exit now looks inevitable.

Despite the storm, Eustace ended his fiery message with a calm and professional tone:

“Derby County deserves players who give everything for the shirt. I’ll protect this club and my job — that’s my duty.”

🔥 A bold statement from John Eustace — a manager who refuses to settle for laziness, and is building a Derby side driven by hunger, pride, and passion.