Darnell Fisher: Preston North End sign Rotherham full-back on three-year deal

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Darnell Fisher worked under ex-Preston full-back Callum Davidson while on loan at St Johnstone

New Preston manager Alex Neil has made his first signing by bringing in full-back Darnell Fisher from relegated League One club Rotherham United for an undisclosed fee.

The 23-year-old, who started his career at Celtic, has signed a three-year deal with the Championship club.

"He's perfect in the fact that he wants to try and find his way in his career. He is a determined lad," said Neil.

"He has come through Celtic's ranks, so he's used to high standards."

Fisher told the club website:, external "I spoke to the manager and he really sold me on the club. Everything he said to me about the club was positive.

"He has said he's going to make me a better player. It was all very quick, I got the call yesterday and we have managed to get it done by today."

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