32-year-old will get his chance to earn a Derby County contract extension amid injury frustration

The72's James Ray writes that Charlie Taylor has a prime opportunity to earn a contract extension at Derby County due to a defensive injury crisis. The 32-year-old left-back signed a one-year deal in the summer as a free agent and is currently the club's only fit natural option in that position under manager John Eustace.

Derby County have struggled early in the Championship season, sitting 22nd with just one win from eight games. With first-choice left-back Derry Murkin sidelined for up to four months, alongside defensive injuries to Craig Forsyth, Eiran Cashin, and Matt Clarke, Ray argues the onus is on Taylor to perform.