A concerning report has emerged about potential Derby County investor Henry Gabay as, according to The Athletic, the Swiss businessman has faced winding-up orders at three of his companies in the past four years. 

Rams owner Mel Morris' pursuit of investment has been well documented this season and it has been reported previously that Gabay was one of the frontrunners, alongside private investment firm MSD Capital.

The Swiss businessman was thought to be involved advanced talks over an investment partnership with Morris back in November but it is understood that MSD, led by Michael Dell, look more likely to secure the deal at this point.

In a fresh turn in the investment saga, The Athletic has published a report that raises question marks over the suitability of Gabay as a potential investor.

It claims that in the past four years, three of his companies have faced winding-up orders, a court order that forces an insolvent company into compulsory liquidation, though all have since been dismissed.

It has been a tumultuous season for the East Midlands club so far, who have experienced varying fortunes on the pitch and were charged by the EFL for breaching of spending rules in January.

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The Verdict

This report from The Athletic is somewhat concerning and certainly raises question marks over Gabay's suitability as a potential investor.

It is going to be very interesting to see how the situation develops, particularly given the current delay to the season.

On the pitch, things look very promising for the East Midlands club. The arrival of Wayne Rooney has helped Phillip Cocu's side turn their fortunes around since January and the Dutchman has some exciting young players coming through.