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Steve McClaren "grateful" for Derby County reappointment

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Steve McClaren says that he is grateful to be Derby County's manager again, admitting that the club has always been close to his heart.

Steve McClaren has expressed his gratitude at being reappointed as Derby County manager, admitting that the club has always been close to his heart.

The former Newcastle United manager made a shock return to the Rams last week, replacing Nigel Pearson just 17 months after being dismissed by the club.

When asked about any hesitation in coming back to the iPro, McClaren told Sky Sports News: "No not, really. The club has always been close to my heart.

"I've been a player, an assistant and managed here two years ago. It ended abruptly, but to get the opportunity to return, I am very grateful.

"It gives me an opportunity and a huge challenge to sort out some unfinished business."

Up next for Derby is a Championship fixture away at Huddersfield Town on Saturday.

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Derby County's English manager Steve McClaren stands on the sideline during the English Championship Play Off final football match between Derby County and Queens Park Rangers at Wembley Stadium in London on May 24, 2014
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