Derby County 2017-18 Adidas Home Lawrence Vintage Shirt

Derby County 2017-18 Adidas Home Shirt — Lawrence Printing, Avon Tyres and Pride Park

In 2017-18, Derby County battled in the heart of the Championship with a strong squad, an electric atmosphere at Pride Park, and this Adidas home shirt printed with the name of Tom Lawrence — the Welsh winger who left his mark on this era of the Rams. A player's shirt featuring Avon Tyres, in 8/10 condition: a solid piece for a serious collector.

Shirt Details

Season: 2017-2018
Club: Derby County
Type: Home
Kit Manufacturer: Adidas
Sponsor: AVON TYRES
Condition: 8/10
Status: SPONSOR: AVON TYRES — authentic wear of a worn vintage shirt, Lawrence printing present on the back

What this shirt represents

The 2017-18 Derby County season in the Championship was a season of struggle, surges, and frustrations typical of the English second division — the most competitive, most unpredictable in the world. Under the guidance of Gary Rowett, the Rams started the season with ambition, a squad mixing young talents and old pros, and the constant obsession of returning to the Premier League, lost since 2008. Pride Park Stadium roared, the Rams wanted promotion, and every home match was a pitched battle in this Derbyshire stronghold.

That season, the squad relied on varied and complementary profiles. Tom Lawrence, whose name adorns the back of this shirt, was one of the most exciting players in the XI — a Welsh left-winger with incisive dribbling, loaned then permanently signed, he embodied this generation of Championship players too good for the second division but battling every week to get out. Alongside him, Matej Vydra delighted: the Czech finished as the top scorer in the entire Championship that season with 22 goals, a top-class performance recognized by the title of PFA Championship Player of the Year. It was a season with flashes of class, direct and committed football, and an Adidas kit well-suited for a team playing all out.

Memorable moments from this shirt

Matej Vydra, Championship top scorer — 22 goals in 2017-18
When Vydra scored goal after goal all season in this Adidas shirt, it was a spectacle in itself. The Czech scored consistently and finished the season with the ultimate individual distinction in the Championship — a performance that remains etched in the club's recent history.

Tom Lawrence establishes himself as a key player for the Rams
The number printed on this shirt belongs to a player who built his career season after season at Derby — Lawrence gained importance, leadership, and consistency. His ability to beat players on his left flank and create danger made him one of the most feared offensive weapons in the division.

Gary Rowett and Derby's Championship ambition
Rowett established a solid block, a clear playing identity, and led the Rams into the playoff race. The season perfectly illustrates the cruel nature of the Championship: being competitive is not always enough, and every point lost at home can make a difference over a long 46-game season.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage shirt is a piece produced at the time to be worn — not a reproduction manufactured years later. The Adidas finishes of this generation are recognizable: the quality of the technical fabric, the tighter cut than supporter versions, the manufacturing details that don't lie. This is not a souvenir shop item; it's a real game tool from the 2017-18 season.

This one is rated 8/10, which in the world of vintage shirts, is a very good score. It shows the normal traces of a shirt that has lived — authentic wear, that of real football, not blister-packed plastic. The Lawrence printing is present, the Avon Tyres sponsor clearly visible: everything that makes the value of an authentic Championship collector's item is there.

Vintage Sizing Guide

Vintage Adidas shirts from this era — and size M in particular — fit smaller than what you're used to with modern cuts. Adidas at the time produced rather fitted cuts, designed for the pitch, not to be worn over a fleece. A vintage Adidas M often corresponds to an S-M in current standards.

Before buying, take your measurements: chest circumference and back length. If you usually wear M or even L in modern cuts and like a slightly looser fit, this shirt might suit you perfectly. But if you wear a tight S, expect a snug fit. If in doubt, don't hesitate to contact us — we're here to save you a bad surprise.

Why have it in your collection

Championship shirts of this Adidas generation are clearly undervalued in the vintage collector's shirt market. The Championship is the most dramatic league in the world, and Derby County is one of its iconic clubs — with a rich history, dizzying highs and lows, and a passionate fan base. A Derby County Adidas 2017-18 shirt with player printing is a rare item that gains value as the years pass and stocks run out.

In 8/10 condition with the Lawrence printing intact and the Avon Tyres sponsor clearly in place, there genuinely aren't many in this condition on the market. Shirts printed with a real player's name from the era, well-preserved, in near-excellent condition — they are becoming increasingly rare over the years. If you're building a Championship collection or a vintage Adidas collection, this shirt ticks all the boxes.

To go further

• Derby County - Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive - History of shirts
• UEFA - European Football

If you're a Rams fan, a Championship fan, or simply appreciate a beautiful vintage Adidas shirt with a real story behind it — this Lawrence 2017-18 shirt is for you. No need to think too long.