LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 23: Corner flag with with Queens Park Rangers official club crest printed on prior to the Pre-Season Friendly Match between Queens Park Rangers and Crystal Palace at Loftus Road on July 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images)
Derby County complete signing of former Sheffield United and QPR forward Conor Washington from Rotherham United
The 31-year-old only joined the Millers last year, but has left to link up with ex-Rotherham boss Paul Warne at Pride Park. An undisclosed agreement was reached between the clubs for the transfer of the Northern Ireland international.
He follows goalkeeper Josh Vickers in swapping the Millers for the Rams, who have also secured the services of former Luton Town captain Sonny Bradley.
Speaking to RamsTV, Washington said: “It’s been rumbling on for a little while, I’m delighted to finally get it over the line and obviously make a fresh start. I understand the expectations that they’ve got as people, as players. That’s obviously going to be really important for me. Obviously I’ve got Josh [Vickers] in the changing room as well, which will make settling in a little bit easier.”
Rotherham’s statement confirming his exit read: “Rotherham United can confirm that forward Conor Washington has departed AESSEAL New York Stadium to join Derby County for an undisclosed fee, subject to ratification from the EFL and FA.
“The striker leaves after spending one season in South Yorkshire after a deal was agreed with the Rams for them to secure his services on a permanent basis.
“The Northern Ireland international played his part in keeping the Millers in the division last season, scoring six goals in all competitions and leaves with the best wishes of everyone at the football club.”
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Seny Dieng: Middlesbrough sign Queens Park Rangers keeper for undisclosed fee
Championship side Middlesbrough have signed Queens Park Rangers goalkeeper Seny Dieng for an undisclosed fee.
The Senegal international, 28, has moved to the Riverside Stadium to become Boro’s sixth signing this week.
Dieng, who has signed a four-year contract, won the Africa Cup of Nations with his national side in 2021.
The Swiss-born keeper has flown to the Algarve to join Boro’s training camp, with their opening Championship fixture against Millwall on 5 August.
Dieng strengthens manager Michael Carrick’s goalkeeping department after the departure of Zack Steffen, who returned to Manchester City after a season-long loan.
The club have also signed goalkeeper Tom Glover and outfield players Morgan Rogers, Sam Silvera, Alex Gilbert and Rav van den Berg.
Dieng had 12 months left on his QPR contract after making 120 appearances for the Loftus Road club, and joins a Boro side which reached the play-offs last season before losing to Coventry.
He signed for the London club after spells at Swiss clubs Grasshoppers and Red Star Zurich led to a short stay with Duisburg in Germany, and then two appearances for non-league AFC Fylde on a trial basis.
