The Derby County Sheffield Football Club has been named as the new home of the English Football League (EFL) in the 2026-27 season, according to reports.
The EFL confirmed on Wednesday that Derby County would be taking over from the current champions, Manchester City, who will move up to the Premier League next season.
The decision comes after years of speculation and discussions between the EFL and Derby County about the possibility of them becoming the league's permanent home.
Derby County is one of the most successful football clubs in England, having won five league titles, two FA Cups, and three League Cup victories. They have also had a number of notable players pass through their ranks, including former Manchester United captain Gary Neville.
However, the move to Derby County has not gone down well with some fans, who feel that it will undermine the prestige of the EFL and its traditional home at Wembley Stadium.
Despite this, the EFL believes that Derby County can provide a strong and competitive environment for the league, and that they will work hard to ensure that the club continues to thrive both on and off the pitch.
It remains to be seen how this move will affect the rest of the EFL and its teams, but it seems likely that there will be significant changes ahead. The 2026-27 season will be a pivotal one for the EFL, as it looks to establish itself as a credible and respected league in Europe, and Derby County could play a key role in achieving this goal.