Stubbs signs for Rams
Derby have signed Everton defender Alan Stubbs on an 18-month contract, the Rams have announced on their website.
No fee is involved for the 36-year-old who has made almost 350 league appearances in England as well as more than 100 in all competitions in Scotland.
Stubbs joins a club marooned at the bottom of the Barclays Premier League and seemingly destined to be relegated after just one season in the top flight.
Manager Paul Jewell believes Stubbs’ experience will be invaluable as the Rams aim to bridge a 12-point gap to safety.
Jewell told the club’s official website, www.dcfc.co.uk: “It’s a terrific capture for us.
“Stubbsy is a first-class pro, someone who has been there, seen it and done it.
“I’m delighted to have him on board and he will add experience and steel to the backline.
“He will train with us on Friday and is very much in contention for a place in the team on Saturday.”
