Boro will be hoping to extend their four-match winning run in the league and will be full of confidence following an FA Cup draw with Tottenham. Our Middlesbrough writer Joe Nicholson has picked the starting XI he would choose to face the Rams – scroll down and flick through our gallery to see his selections:
9. RW: Patrick Roberts
Showed flashes of what he's capable of on his debut last weekend. Photo: Alex Livesey
10. LW: Marcus Tavernier
Prefers playing in a central position but has also looked dangerous playing in a wider role. Photo: Alex Livesey
11. ST: Ashley Fletcher
Has scored four goals in his last five games, including the opener against Spurs last time out. Photo: Alex Livesey