Blackburn Rovers moved to add veteran centre-back Kyle McFadzean to their ranks in January, bringing him in from second-tier rivals Coventry City.
Blackburn Rovers were in dire need of defensive reinforcements in January and McFadzean arrived to bolster the ranks. He had dropped down the pecking order with Coventry City but as a Championship veteran and former defensive partner of Dom Hyam, the move was a smart one.
And, in the weeks following the move, McFadzean has proven himself to be a valuable asset. At the ripe age of 37, the Sheffield-born defender has played a key role in helping tighten up the backline with John Eustace at the helm.
He only signed a deal until the end of the season upon arrival, and there was no mention of an option to keep him on board beyond the summer.
However, after a solid first couple of months at Ewood Park, McFadzean has done enough to earn a contract extension with Blackburn Rovers.
A valuable part to play
Blackburn Rovers often given chances for young players to develop with chances in their first-team, be it loan
talents, younger players they’ve signed from elsewhere or prospects who have come through their own academy ranks. Focusing on players with resale value is key as the ownership’s financial wrangles persist.
