3. The continued emergence of Jeff Hendrick
Derby youth product Hendrick was hampered by injury last season. His first few games back after a mid season ankle injury were a noticeable struggle, but upon reaching full fitness he put in performances of such quality that he kept Will Hughes out of the starting 11. Hendrick has a history of scoring key goals for Derby and is currently continuing his impressive scoring record in pre-season games. If the young Irish international continues to develop and grow his game he has every chance to become a top flight-calibre player.