Yes. Derby County played 7 Premier League seasons across 2 spells between 1996/97 and 2007/08, and they are not in the 2026/27 Premier League.
Derby County's Premier League spells
Derby's first Premier League season was 1996/97. Their first stay lasted several years before ending in relegation, then they returned for one more season later on.
That second spell lasted only 1 season and also ended in relegation. So the club has a clear Premier League history, but it came in 2 separate periods rather than one long run.
| Spell | Seasons | How it ended |
|---|---|---|
| First spell | 1996/97–2001/02 | Relegated (19th, 30 points) |
| Second spell | 2007/08 | Relegated (20th, 11 points) |
What their overall Premier League record looks like
The full record shows a club with a substantial top-flight sample in the Premier League era, but not one that built a long-term winning profile there. Their goals against and negative goal difference show how hard it was to sustain results across the whole period.
Derby never won the Premier League. Their best finish was 8th in 1998/99, while their lowest finish was 20th in 2007/08, which frames the full range of their time in the competition.
| Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals for | Goals against | Points | All-time rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 266 | 68 | 70 | 128 | 271 | 420 | 274 | 38th |
Why the 2007/08 season stands out
That season was Derby County's most recent Premier League campaign, and it ended at the bottom of the table. It was also their lowest finish in the competition.
The points total also stands out: Derby finished with 11 points, the fewest by any club in a Premier League season.
Are Derby County in the Premier League now?
No. Derby County are not one of the 20 clubs in the 2026/27 Premier League.
After relegation at the end of 2007/08, they spent the next 18 seasons outside the Premier League, covering 2008/09 to 2025/26. Their absence continues into 2026/27.
FAQ
When were Derby County last in the Premier League?
Their last Premier League season was 2007/08. It ended with relegation, and they have not returned since.
How many Premier League seasons did Derby County play?
They played 7 Premier League seasons in total. Those seasons came in 2 separate spells.
Have Derby County ever won the Premier League?
No. Derby County have never won the Premier League, and their best finish in the competition was 8th.
Are Derby County a Premier League club in 2026/27?
No. They are not listed among the 20 clubs for the 2026/27 Premier League season, so they are not part of the league that year.