Eustace brings vital experience to Rams - analysis

Since 14:00 GMT on Friday when Paul Warne was sacked, this has been an ongoing move for Derby County.

They outlined their number one target and have got him over the line.

Many didn't see John Eustace as a prospect initially, given his league position of fifth at Blackburn Rovers, but what has materialised since has shed some light on why he feels returning to Pride Park might be best suited to him.

He arrives with Championship experience, and experience in dealing with tough scenarios as he's shown in both his roles - at Blackburn and Birmingham City - at this level.

But he won't be alone, and alongside the highly regarded Keith Downing and Matt Gardiner their job now is Championship survival this season and to build in the future.

They need to get Derby scoring though, that and revitalising the club, as they look to end their nine-match winless league run.