Rams have first signing of this week

Last updated : 04 May 2010 By Rams Mad Editor

John Bayford
John Bayford a Clough target since becoming Rams manager
The Rams seem to have made the first of their promised two signings for this week after sealing a £400,000 deal for Crewe Alexandra defender John Brayford.

The 22 year old played under Rams boss, Nigel Clough whilst at Burton Albion and Clough tried to sign the before the current season started. The Rams finally declined the £500,000 asking price for Brayford but stayed interested and it is now thought the deal was £400,000 plus add-ons.

Brayford has been the Crewe captain this season, who with one game left sit in a disappointing 18th Position in league 2. Crewe now have to sell to balance the books and manager Dario Gradi feels it is now time to cash in on Brayford...

John Brayford:

Date of birth
Tuesday, 29th December 1987
Height
5.8
Place of birth
Stoke, England
Weight
11.2
Nationality
England
Position
Defence
Comments
 
Squad No.
2

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