Stockport Win Race for Derby Midfielder

Stockport Win Race for Derby Midfielder

Stockport County are set to sign 31 year old English midfielder Ben Osborn from Derby County, as per Pete O'Rourke

Stockport are set to win the race to sign Derby County midfielder Ben Osborn before today’s transfer deadline. #stockportcounty #dcfc #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/nwQ50JjkQD

— Pete O'Rourke (@SportsPeteO) September 1, 2025

Osborn made 25 appearances for the Rams in the 2024/25 Championship season. The player was also part of Sheffield United's Premier League campaign in the 2023/24 season, making 24 appearances under Chris Wilder's team as the Blades were relegated.

Stockport's Project

After missing out on promotion to the Championship by losing in the play-off semi finals last season, Stockport County will be looking to do one better this time out after extending the contract of manager Dave Challinor until 2028.

✍️ Stockport County is delighted to announce that manager Dave Challinor has signed a new three-year deal with the Club, extending his time at Edgeley Park until the Summer of 2028.

Cheers, thank you 🤝#StockportCounty

— Stockport County (@StockportCounty) June 17, 2025

Ben Osborn becomes Stockport's fifth signing of the window as they strengthen for a promotion push. A versatile midfielder with proven quality, Osborn is comfortable centrally, in deeper roles, and has even featured as a left-wing back.

As the Hatters race to seal the deal before tonight's deadline, fans can be confident his experience will be a valubale asset in their bid for promotion.