WICKETKEEPER-batsman Harvey Hosein, so impressive on his senior debut for Derbyshire this month, has signed a two-year professional contract.
The 17-year-old is the latest academy product to join the professional squad at the 3aaa County Ground and is rated as a "fantastic prospect" by elite performance director Graeme Welch.
Though he has been a regular in the second team and has been recognised nationally as part of the England Development Programme, Hosein had his most high-profile exposure so far in the three-day match against the Indian tourists two weeks ago and came out of it with his reputation enhanced.
Not only was his work with the gloves very good, he caught the eye with an unbeaten 54 against bowlers who are now making life awkward for England .
"Since joining at the age of 13, Harvey has progressed well and he is a fantastic prospect," said Welch.
"He has already shown in his young career that he has the quality, skill and temperament to play at the highest level and we're delighted that he will now continue his development at the club."
Hosein added: "It was a great experience for me as a young player coming into the dressing room and playing against world class players.
"I'm now looking forward to representing Derbyshire at the highest level and being part of their future success."
Hosein is the current understudy to Gareth Cross at Derbyshire while Tom Poynton continues his recovery from a season-ending injury and Welch has already hinted that he would consider handing the youngster a Championship debut before the end of the campaign.
