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Defender Ashley Cole has joined former Chelsea teammate and current Derby boss Frank Lampard at the championship club until the end of the season.
Cole, who won 107 caps for England, was a free agent after his recent start to LA Galaxy, and Lampard is confident the 38-year-old will boost Derby's campaign.
"I am delighted that we have been able to get Ashley's services for the rest of the season," said Derby manager, whose team currently occupies sixth place in the championship, the last place for them. dams.
"He's a fantastic player, a good-looking left-back, and he also brings a great experience to the locker room.
"I have known him very well since our time together in Chelsea and England, and I also know what he can bring to the group and the influence he will exert."
Cole, who has won several trophies alongside Lampard at Chelsea, including in the Champions League, said he loved the challenge.
"For me, it was obvious to come here and get involved in this great environment and, hopefully, promote a promotion," he said.
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"I'm leaving my comfort zone," he added. "I could have stayed in MLS and relaxed, but no, I wanted to come here and still fight for something, fight for a good cause and try to promote."
(AFP)
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