The midfield player had played his whole career for the Rams, remaining with the team in the face of their drop to the third division. Last season, he was rewarded with a promotion.
How did Sibley do in the previous Derby season?
Sibley played a key role in the Rams’ promotion push last season, making 44 appearances in all competitions.
Sibley made 44 appearances during which he scored six goals and contributed six more assists, seven of which came in League One.
But according to a source via Football In
sider, Sibley declined a new contract offer at Pride Park to seek what will be his second club in the professional world.
Does Oxford United have any rivals?
According to Football Insider’s first report, Oxford United is “leading the race” to recruit the 22-year-old.
Though it’s unclear who else is vying for the midfield player this summer given that no other team is named as Oxford United’s direct competition, it does seem as though he will join Des Buckingham’s team.
What would Oxford gain from having Sibley?
Sibley has played a variety of positions for the Rams throughout his tenure, which could provide Oxford United’s squad even more versatility the next season.
Sibley is a former England youth international who plays primarily as a centre midfielder but can also play as an attacking midfielder and left back.
His championship background might be a huge advantage for Des Buckingham’s team the next year.
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