New Wolverhampton Wanderers signing Mike Williamson has admitted that he is excited to feature in the West Midlands derby against Birmingham City.

Williamson has moved to Molineux on a month-long loan deal from Newcastle United, and the experienced centre-back is expected to go straight into the starting lineup for the game at St Andrew's.

The 31-year-old is quoted by the Express & Star as saying: "The bigger the game the better for me, it's fantastic.

"Derbies in any area are always a special occasion and slightly more than just three points on the line. I relish the pressure of going straight in and hopefully we can get a positive result."

Williamson's only two appearances this season have come in the Capital One Cup.