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Derby’s Sam Szmodics: ‘I’m not John Eustace’s boy.’

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff speak to BBC Derby's Ed Dawe about his tense interview with Sam Szmodics…

BBC Sport

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 5:18 PM

Key Things to Know

Sammie Szmodics dismissed suggestions that he receives favoritism, stating he is not John Eustace's boy.
BBC Derby reporter Ed Dawe held what was described as a tense interview with Szmodics.
Presenters Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff discussed the interview and current issues at Derby County.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Sammie Szmodics addressed his relationship with manager John Eustace during a tense interview with BBC Derby's Ed Dawe. The discussion was highlighted in a segment featuring Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff analyzing ongoing developments at Derby County.

The audio and broadcast package examined Szmodics' remarks denying any special favoritism under Eustace. Pundits explored the current atmosphere within the club following the interview.

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Derby’s Sam Szmodics: ‘I’m not John Eustace’s boy.’

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