Why Saito winging in could be answer for Rams

COVER NEEDED WHILE COREY RECOVERS FROM INJURY

- By LEIGH CURTIS

DERBY County are not finished in the transfer market as they look to wrap up their final deals before the window closes on September 1.

After making 10 additions this summer, the Rams are still searching for new recruits and midfield and the wide areas are a priority, according to head coach John Eustace.

With Corey Blackett-Taylor injured for the next five weeks, the Rams have no recognised wingers on the books and it's an area that is in need of attention before the window shuts.

The Rams have been linked with Koki Saito, a Japanese winger who plays for Belgian side Lommel.

He spent time on loan with Queens Park Rangers last season and here's a lowdown on the Rams' latest target.

Where was he born?

Saito was born in Tokyo and is 24.

What's his background?

Saito's football education began in his homeland with Inukura FC, where he spent five years before joining Yokohama.

After four years in Yokohama's youth system, he progressed into the first-team setup and, in two years, made 63 league appearances and scored nine goals.