Curtis will bring top-flight experience to Northampton's League Two campaign

Northampton Town have signed the former Manchester United, Blackburn Rovers and Nottingham Forest defender John Curtis on an initial one-year contract.

The 30-year-old - who began his career at Old Trafford in 1997 - impressed Cobblers manager Stuart Gray during a spell on trial at Sixfields.

"John has got a fantastic pedigree and we've seen his quality," said Gray.

"His use of the ball is first-class and he has the knowledge to do the right thing at the right time."

He added: "You only have to look at some of the clubs he's played for.

"He can play at right-back but can also do the holding role in midfield, and should be a big influence for us both on the field and in the dressing room."

Curtis made 19 appearances for Manchester United before moving to Blackburn for £1.5m in 2003.

He also had short spells with Leicester City, Queens Park Rangers and Portsmouth, and ended last season at Wrexham.

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