Cashin back in training while Clarke steps up recovery

Derby County defender Eiran Cashin has returned to training during the international break, providing a major boost amid defensive injury issues. Cashin had been limited to just two appearances this season due to a calf injury. Fellow defender Matt Clarke, who has also been sidelined by a calf problem, stepped up his recovery by featuring in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Everton on Thursday.

Derby lost the friendly match 3-1, with Lars-Jorgen Salvesen scoring first for the Rams before Everton answered with three goals. Forward Patrick Agyemang also featured as he recovers from an Achilles injury. The updates come after injuries previously forced manager John Eustace to sign veterans Shane Duffy and Jack Robinson on free transfers.