Dan Ellison interview: "I am delighted to have signed for Bristol Rovers. The manager has outlined his plans for me, which have really fitted into what I wanted for the next stage in my career. That has made joining Bristol Rovers a really easy decision. This is my first professional contract in football, which is a proud moment for me, and the fact that it has come at such a big, historic and forward-thinking club with such a great fanbase like Rovers makes it even better. I can’t wait to get started and get to work." Manager Matt Taylor welcomed Ellison to the club: “I am delighted to welcome Dan to Bristol Rovers. Dan has impressed on his journey in the National League so far and, at 19, has the potential to grow and develop even further. We are looking forward to working closely with Dan and helping him in his progression at the club. The local non league scene will also continue to be monitored closely as we look to grow links with all clubs near to the Bristol area."
Bryant Bilongo interview: “I intend to enjoy being a Rovers player to the fullest. I love it all. I love seeing and meeting fans, and everything about football. I am still, at my core, a massive football fan. This is a sport and it’s also entertainment, and I like being able to make the fans smile. I hope I can do that and give them plenty to smile and sing about.” Manager Matt Taylor welcomed Bilongo to the club: “I am happy to welcome Bryant to Bristol Rovers. Bryant is a young defender who has shown his ability on loan in the National League in the last few months, and I am looking forward to working with him in the coming season. At 22, Bryant is still developing and I believe his best years could be here with us at Bristol Rovers.”
Joel Senior interview: “From the outside looking in, I could see how big of a Club this is. Since I’ve come in and been around the training ground, you can see what a top facility this is and all the coaches and staff here are brilliant as well. As a footballer, you honestly can’t ask for anything more. I’ve been told about the Club’s ambitions and how they align with the manager’s vision, and I can’t wait to help fulfill those targets. I’m glad to be here and I can’t wait to get going.” Manager Matt Taylor welcomed Senior to the club: “We are delighted to welcome Joel to Bristol Rovers. Joel has showcased his energy, fitness and talent at full-back in recent seasons and I am looking forward to seeing what he can bring to our squad. Having just turned 25, Joel still has the best years of his career ahead of him and I am confident he will get even better with us.”
Just wish they would bring back our U21s/ U23s team so that friendlies could be arranged to keep players available and match fit
27 year old CB Taylor Moore has signed a 3 year contract with an option for a 4th year. Moore interview: “It feels good to be here. It was a big decision and the biggest emotion I’m feeling right now is pure excitement. I’m really, really happy to be here and continue my journey in football. With where the Club is at now and where it’s trying to get to, there is a lot of ambition to push up the table in EFL League One as much as possible and eventually become a Championship team. That ambition is here, it’s been stated by the manager and, as a player, you want to go somewhere with that project and ambition. This is a big stage for me personally in my career. I want to be somewhere I feel settled and really part of the project. The ambition is to build and push on at Bristol Rovers and it really does make this move feel like the right fit.” Manager Matt Taylor welcomed Moore to Rovers: “I am delighted to welcome Taylor to Bristol Rovers. He is a proven defender at this level, he's at a good age and I believe he will add strength, depth and competition to our squad. I am excited to welcome Taylor to the group and I’m looking forward to working with him in the coming season.”
Club has confirmed Rossiter has gone https://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news/jordan-rossiter-departs-bristol-rovers
Thought that as he had been so unavailable to us through injury he might have shown some loyalty to us. Not expecting Hoole to sign either with the new R/B and Hunt and 2C/Bs who have also signed playing time for him I am guessing will be very limited With a much younger and hopefully much fitter squad this year we will have more chance of getting some positive results in matches and we won't be looking over our shoulders to see what other teams at the bottom are doing to keep us out of the relegation fight
New coaching staff confirmed, Wayne Carlisle Asst Manager, Scott Brown head of goalkeeping, David Horseman coach, Andrew Proctor head of Medical and Liam McCartan Head Analyst
How very observant of you CJS Aguilera won't be returning on loan this season, Portuguese side Rio Ave have permanently signed him from Nottingham Forest
Rovers see's Hutchinson as a ready made replacement for Evans. If this is the case, it makes a change to get replacements in before players leave.
According to Bristol Live Rovers and Barnsley are looking at Fleetwood striker Promise Omochere, Barnsley managed by former Rovers manager Darrell Clarke
GK Josh Griffiths of WBA looks to be joining Rovers for the coming season on loan And our ex defender Jack Baldwin looks to be returning to the mem after he signed for Northampton town today
We had Josh Griffiths on loan from West Brom a season or two ago, and he was an excellent keeper for us. Good signing
