Derby County are being linked with a move for Zaglebie Lubin central defender Damian Oko.

The 22-year-old has been impressing over in Poland with his performances, and according to the Daily Mail, the Rams could be set to make a move for the defender.

The young defender is thought to be valued at around the £2m mark by his current club, and he will no doubt relish the chance of a move to England if Frank Lampard and the Rams come knocking for his signature.

Oko, who is known for his commanding performances in the heart of the defence, would bring competition and a potential partner for experienced Rams skipper Richard Keogh, who will be well aware that he might have to start slowing down somewhat in the coming seasons.

Derby are desperate to put the play-off final disappointment behind them as Lampard plans for next season, and Oko has reportedly been identified as the ideal signing for the Rams to move forward and improve.

Oko is the right sort of age to come into the English game and improve further, and Lampard will be fully aware that he needs to find bargains like Oko if he is to keep improving his squad to get them ready for another run at the top six next term.

The Verdict

We don’t know much about Oko in the English game as yet but all his attributes suggest he would be the ideal signing for Derby.

Oko would no doubt love the chance of moving to England too, and he’s exactly the sort of player who Lampard might be able to get the best out of.