Derbyshire has been with Olympiakos since January

Striker Matt Derbyshire has completed the formalities of his move from Blackburn Rovers to Olympiakos.

The 23-year-old joined the Greek side on a six-month loan deal back in January and had already been the subject of a reported £3m bid.

He scored 11 goals for the league and cup winners after moving to Greece.

Derbyshire, who made 17 appearances for Blackburn in the Premier League last season, scoring twice, has signed a four-year contract.

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The Blackburn-born player made his senior debut for Rovers against Fulham during the 2004/2005 season.

He scored his first goal for the club against Wigan on New Year's Day in 2007.

The England Under-21 international scored twice for his new employers in the Greek Cup final win over AEK Athens in May.

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