Millwall sign defender Danny Batth on one-year contract
The 35-year-old centre-back joins the Championship club after leaving Derby County at the end of last season
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Millwall have added Championship experience to their defence with the signing of Danny Batth. The 35-year-old centre-back has joined on a one-year contract after leaving Derby County at the end of last season, as reported by the BBC.
Batth, who turns 36 next month, has played for seven clubs in the second tier, including a decade at Wolverhampton Wanderers. He made 38 appearances for Derby last season, his most recent campaign in the division.
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Leadership and competition for places
Millwall’s director of football, Steve Gallen, said Batth’s arrival would strengthen the squad. "He’s a hugely experienced centre-back who’s earned respect throughout the game over a long career, and that experience is exactly what we’re looking to add to this group," Gallen told the BBC.
Danny's leadership and attitude will count for a lot, both on the pitch and in the dressing room. He adds strong competition in that area of the pitch.
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Batth previously played under Millwall manager Alex Neil at Sunderland. He was part of the squad that won promotion from League One in 2022, making 22 appearances that season. His signing follows a summer in which Millwall have brought in seven new players.
First fixture against QPR
Millwall will begin their 2024-25 campaign with an EFL Cup first-round match against Queens Park Rangers. The fixture is scheduled for 6 August at Loftus Road. The Championship season starts later in the month.
Batth’s contract runs until the end of the 2024-25 season. It is unclear whether Millwall have the option to extend the deal beyond that period.
Questions this report answers
+How long is Danny Batth’s contract with Millwall?
Danny Batth has signed a one-year contract with Millwall, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2024-25 season. It is unclear whether Millwall have the option to extend the deal beyond that period.
+Which club did Danny Batth play for before joining Millwall?
Danny Batth played for Derby County before joining Millwall. He left the club at the end of last season after making 38 appearances in the Championship during the 2023-24 campaign.
+When is Millwall’s first match of the season?
Millwall’s first match of the 2024-25 season is an EFL Cup first-round fixture against Queens Park Rangers on 6 August. The Championship season begins later in the month.
+What role did Danny Batth play at Sunderland?
Danny Batth played under current Millwall manager Alex Neil at Sunderland and was part of the squad that won promotion from League One in 2022. He made 22 appearances that season.
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