Murphy makes Blackburn move

Blackburn Rovers has made its first signing of the summer by bringing in Fulham FC captain Danny Murphy on a two-year contract.



The 35-year-old returns to the north-west, where he previously played for Liverpool and Crewe, having also spent time at Charlton Athletic and Tottenham Hotspur before his move to Craven Cottage.



"Being able to bring Danny on board is a massive boost for everyone and I couldn't be more delighted," manager Steve Kean, preparing for life after relegation from the Barclays Premier League, told rovers.co.uk.



"His record is there for all to see. He is a model professional, who has a real hunger to keep on playing football and we are thrilled he has decided to commit his future to us.



"This is a pivotal signing for us."