Lee Grant signs Derby County extension

Derby County goalkeeper Lee Grant has penned a new contract with the club until summer 2017.

The 31-year-old, who has made 21 appearances this season, returned to the Rams in 2013 following spell with Sheffield Wednesday and Burnley.

"We're pleased that Lee Grant has signed a new contract with the club," manager Steve McClaren told Derby's official website. "He is a very important part of the framework of our side, not just as a goalkeeper keeping the ball out of the net but in terms of starting moves from the back.

"He has been in outstanding form throughout our time at the club and off the field he plays an important role as a senior player."

Derby continue their Championship campaign on Saturday when they travel to promotion rivals Ipswich Town.