Derby County’s final game of the season comes against Rotherham United on Sunday.
Gary Rowett has hinted to the Derby Telegraph that he intends to give Calum MacDonald a chance in Derby County’s first-team in the near future.
Derby have just one game remaining to play this season, but MacDonald could be set to feature.
Rowett has been impressed by the young left-back’s performances in training.
And, after rewarding him with a call-up to Derby’s match day squad against Wolverhampton Wanderers, it seems that the prospect could make his debut at the weekend.
“Calum trained really well and he has deserved to be a part of the group. He will get his reward down the line,” said Rowett.
“A big thing next season will be that it doesn’t matter if you are 32 or whether you are 19. If you show desire to be part of the team and be unselfish in terms of the way you play, you will be a part of the squad.”
Derby are set to take on Rotherham United at the New York Stadium on Sunday, and it could be a chance for Rowett to test out some of his youngsters.
The Rams have little pressure on them, as their play off dreams were ended some time ago.
Derby have nothing to play for but pride against Rotherham, with a mid-table finish confirmed.
Rowett’s men are currently in 9th place in the Championship table, and they will be expecting a big improvement in the near future.
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