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From Birmingham City’s ‘final straw’ to Derby County lifeline as Jack Robinson verdict delivered

Derby County signed Jack Robinson last week to help their defensive crisis after he was a free agent following his exit from Birmingham City…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 3:26 PM
From Birmingham City’s ‘final straw’ to Derby County lifeline as Jack Robinson verdict delivered
Key Things to Know
  • Derby County signed former Birmingham City defender Jack Robinson on a three-month free transfer deal.
  • The move aims to address an injury crisis sidelining 11 Derby players, including eight defenders.
  • Robinson will cover for injured Norwegian defender Sondre Langas until January.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Derby County have signed defender Jack Robinson on a free transfer to help ease an ongoing defensive crisis. The 33-year-old former Sheffield United player has signed a three-month contract to cover for the injured Sondre Langas until January, arriving as Derby cope with 11 sidelined players, including eight defenders.

Birmingham Live journalist Alex Dicken assessed Robinson's previous stint at Birmingham City as troubled following two red cards and a costly penalty against Sheffield United. However, Dicken noted Robinson provides experience, aerial ability on set pieces, and leadership to help cover injuries.

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