Derby County have experienced a solid start to the season, with Gary Rowett’s men firmly in playoff contention heading into the second half of the season.

The Rams were rocked by the loss of influential pair Tom Ince and Will Hughes in the summer, with the duo departing for the Premier League, but the club have not allowed the disappointment to set them back.

Tom Lawrence was brought in from Leicester City to add goals to the side, with Tom Huddlestone and Curtis Davies also proving to be worthy summer additions.

Rowett will look to add to his squad in the new year to ensure his side are prepared to continue their push for promotion, with the former Birmingham boss set to be busy when the winter window opens.

Faces will come and go, and Rowett could adopt a one in, one out policy next month…

IN: Jarrod Bowen

20-year-old Bowen has been an absolute revelation this season, with the youngster proving to be a bright spark in an otherwise dismal season for the Tigers.

Making his first-team debut back in 2014 after joining the club from Hereford United, Bowen has stamped his mark on the squad this season, and his ten goals are a club high.

With the Humberside club set to be involved in a relegation battle this term, Bowen may jump ship and join Derby’s promotion-chasing side in the new year.

Adding Bowen’s goals to his team would provide Rowett with a massive boost, and it would be hard to see the Rams missing out on a playoff spot.

OUT: Chris Martin

Martin returned from a loan spell with Fulham in the summer, with fans hoping the Scottish international would return to the club ready to reignite his Rams career.

Things have not worked out that way, with the player making just four starts in the league this season and scoring one goal.

With Wolves said to have an interest in the player, Rowett should look to cash in on Martin while his value remains high.

The money recouped from his sale could go towards a potential bid for Bowen.

Derby fans, would Bowen be the right fit for your side? Have your say below...