Under-21 squad
- As of 1 February 2024 [1]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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| Nickname(s) | The Rams |
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| Ground | Pride Park Stadium, Moor Farm Training Centre, Loughborough University Stadium |
| Owner | Clowes Developments (UK) Limited |
| Manager | Jake Buxton (U23) Danny Maye (U18) |
| League | Premier League 2 |
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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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