Will Derby stick or twist with Brighton target Cashin? - analysis

After defender Eiran Cashin seemingly waved goodbye to supporters on Saturday at Cardiff, Derby County are faced with a big decision in the transfer window.

The Rams have been firm in their stance not to sell their star man - with one source high up at the club previously saying he was "categorically" not up for sale in January - but Premier League Brighton have been persistent in their approach and it seems their efforts have turned the head of Cashin who aspires to join a top-flight club.

No valuation has been met, no deal has been agreed, so this is likely to go on - but puts the Rams in a stick-or-twist scenario. Take the money and further invest in the squad with a short time left of the transfer window, or play hardball and keep the defender.

Whatever happens in the coming days will be interesting, and could see Derby - if Brighton raise their bid - with money to spend on permanent deals that get them Championship safety.

You can listen to move from Dominic Dietrich on BBC Radio Derby's Rams Daily podcast.