Watford striker Matej Vydra has completed his move to Derby County for an undisclosed fee.
The Czech Republic international has joined the Championship side for a fee believed to be in the region of £10m on a four-year contract.
Manager Nigel Pearson told the Derby website said: “We’re really pleased to sign Matej Vydra – we hope that he will bring goals and energy to the team.
“His ability to exploit space with his pace is good and something that we need, while his goals record is pretty healthy as well.
“I hope that another fresh face will provide a lift to the dressing room. Without wanting to pile any pressure on him, coming into a new challenge here at Derby County, we hope that he can be the catalyst for us to start bringing some more positive results, which are obviously something that we need."
Vydra's final match for the Hornets was against Gillingham on Tuesday night when he received a warm reception from the Watford fans.
The striker netted 38 goals in 95 appearances for the club.
I would like to thanks fans in Watford FC for my support!!! We spent great years together! Matt
— Matěj Vydra (@vydra_92) August 27, 2016
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