Essex signs wicketkeeper George Bell from Lancashire

• Essex signs wicketkeeper George Bell from Lancashire on a permanent two-year deal.
• Bell spent the end of the 2026 season on loan at Essex, making three appearances.
• The 24-year-old scored a half-century in each of his three innings for Essex.
• Bell's performances included scores in the 60s in each of his three innings.
• Elsewhere, Orr targets a fresh start at Middlesex after struggles at Hampshire.