Former Carlisle United loan star James Chester has signed for Barrow AFC.

The experienced defender has been on trial with the south Cumbrians since pre-season.

And now the League Two club have confirmed that he has agreed a deal on transfer deadline day.

The 34-year-old free agent was most recently with Derby County, and has featured in a number of games for Pete Wild's side since July.

He has now signed at Holker Street until January.

"We’re delighted to welcome highly experienced defender James Chester to the club," announced Barrow.

News and Star: Chester was previously with DerbyChester was previously with Derby (Image: PA)

"He becomes Pete Wild's last signing of the summer window, signing an initial deal until January, subject to EFL approval."

Chester was on loan at Carlisle from Manchester United in the 2010/11 season and impressed in a 24-game spell.

He then joined Hull City permanently and helped them win promotion to the Premier League.

He also played in the top-flight for West Bromwich Albion, later helping Aston Villa to promotion to the Premier League before playing for Stoke City and Derby in the Championship.

Chester has 35 Wales caps and will now continue his career at Barrow.