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Duane Holmes was arguably Derby County’s stand-out performer in Saturday’s narrow 1-0 win over Hull City at Pride Park.

Such has been the impressive nature of his displays for the Rams this term, Peterborough striker Ivan Toney believes Holmes can already lay claim to the Player of the Season crown, and we’re still in January.

Toney, the League One leading hitman with 15 goals, believes Holmes is so good, and so versatile, that boss Phillip Cocu can rely on him to deliver a fine performance wherever on the pitch he plays him.

“He’s a great player, he can play anywhere on the pitch and he will do a job,” Toney told EFL on Quest.

“He’s been their player of the season so far and he’ll continue to do great for him.”

His form has ensured he's been firmly established as one of Pride Park's favourites, and Rams fans will hope he can continue to inspire their climb up the table after a turbulent campaign so far.

The 25-year-old American registered his 25 appearance for the Rams this term on Saturday, having picked up his first goal the week before in the 2-2 draw at Middlesbrough in stoppage time.