Stephen Pearce has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Derby County Football Club.


Pearce, who has been part of the Rams’ executive team since arriving from Premier League side Chelsea in 2013, takes up the post with immediate effect.

Executive Chairman Mel Morris CBE confirmed the news at Thursday evening’s successful Fans Forum event at club partner Showcase Cinema de Lux.

Pearce, a member of the Rams’ board for just over a year, has taken on several senior responsibilities at Pride Park Stadium in recent months and will now oversee the day-to-day running of the club.