Derbyshire have revealed their former captain Chris Rogers will leave the club at the end of the season to join Middlesex.

Chris Rogersthe Australian batsman, will not return to Derbyshire in 2011 after accepting an offer from Middlesex. After a short stint with the county in 2004, Rogers came back in 2008 and became one of the club's most prolific scorers, making more than 4,000 first-class runs - including 14 centuries - since his return.

The Australian opening batsman, who turned 33 on Tuesday, joined Derbyshire in 2008 and has been highly successful in county cricket.

He has previously played with Leicestershire and Northamptonshire, and a move to Lord's is set to be the next step in his career.

Rogers resigned as Derbyshire captain earlier this month, with Greg Smith taking over the leadership of the team.

"I am sad to leave as I feel I have become a part of the side here and have forged some great relationships," said Rogers.

"I wish Derbyshire all the best and I believe that under (head of cricket) John Morris they have the squad and support to become a successful side."