It has been a tough introduction for Jos Luhukay at Sheffield Wednesday, with the Dutchman still awaiting his first three points in the Sky Bet Championship.  

Wednesday find themselves flirting with a relegation battle this season, with Luhukay brought to Hillsborough halfway through the campaign and tasked with turning things around.

The Dutchman has so far been unable to do that, however, his Wednesday side are still looking better than they did under his predecessor, Carlos Carvalhal.

Tonight, the Owls face a huge task against Derby County, who this season are looking for promotion back to the Premier League under Gary Rowett and currently find themselves in serious top-two contention.

Here at FLW, we take a look at the starting XI we believe Luhukay needs to select against the Rams, with a number of key figures back available to the Dutchman, including Glenn Loovens, who finds himself in contention for a return to the side…

With Keiren Westwood still struggling with injury, Wildsmith should continue.

The goalkeeper has done a fine job in the Irishman’s absence.

Although Jack Hunt is pushing for a recall, it would be harsh to take Palmer out of the starting XI.

Has been tasked with leading an inexperienced backline recently, and should continue despite the return of Loovens.

Back at the heart of Wednesday's defence.

Luhukay’s side have missed their captain when he hasn’t featured this season.

Slotting back in at left centre-back, where he has impressed since Luhukay’s appointment.

Another player who Luhukay has placed faith in since his arrival.

Fox looks like a good fit in Wednesday’s new 3-5-2 formation.

Wallace should continue in a central midfield role, despite not finding his best this season.

A natural central midfielder, who is tasked with doing a huge job in the absence of the likes of Barry Bannan and Sam Hutchinson.

Wednesday’s standout performer this term, he must continue in the starting XI.

A recall for Rhodes, who needs to start finding some goalscoring form.

The £7.2m-rated striker has the ability to be a success at Hillsborough, and tonight could be the perfect opportunity for Luhukay to see what he can offer.

Wednesday’s goalscoring hero in recent weeks.

Nuhiu has been amongst the goals since Luhukay’s arrival and has developed into the leading man at Hillsborough.