There are three points between the two sides, with the visitors currently glued to the bottom of the table.
Barnsley have won only once this season and will be hoping they can pick up their second and potentially leapfrog Hull City as they look to kickstart their season following the departure of Markus Schopp.
While the Rams sit bottom following a point deduction, they have lost only once in their last six Championship fixtures – a 2-1 defeat to Blackburn Rovers at the weekend.
Barnsley will host another struggling side in Hull at the weekend and will be hoping to have made it out of the bottom three by Saturday evening.
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While the Rams sit bottom following a point deduction, they have lost only once in their last six Championship fixtures – a 2-1 defeat to Blackburn Rovers at the weekend.
5. Sheffield Wednesday eyeing move for former Middlesbrough winger
Sheffield Wednesday are reportedly ready to revisit their interest in ex-Middlesbrough winger Nathaniel Mendez-Laing in January. The 29-year-old has been without a club since he was released by the Championship club at the end of last season. (The 72)
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6. Ex-Blackpool midfielder favourite for Barnsley job
Ex-Blackpool and Huddersfield Town midfielder Michael Flynn is the favourite to take over at Oakwell following Markus Schopp's departure. Flynn has been without a job since resigning from Newport County last month. (Sky Bet)
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7. West Brom handed blow in bid for Orlando City striker
West Brom are reportedly keen on bringing ex-Barnsley striker Daryl Dike back to England, however have been handed a blow as Premier LEague side Crystal Palace are now eyeing a move for the forward. The 21-year-old scored nine goals in 21 Championship appearances for the Tykes last season. (Football League World)
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