Bristol Rovers are facilitating vital arrivals and departures in the summer transfer market ahead of the upcoming League Two season. The Gas comfortably survived relegation in the end last term, finishing 14th in the fourth tier, just four points adrift of a top-half finish. Boss Steve Evans is hungry for greater success next season, though, and Rovers would love to seal a League One return for the first time since suffering relegation from the third tier in 2025. The West Country club have already been busy in the transfer market, with midfielder Tommy Leigh joining on loan from Bradford City once again. Steve Evans was appointed as Rovers boss last December, so the summer transfer window provides him with a big opportunity to put his stamp on the squad at the Memorial Stadium. Evans has allowed full-back Joel Senior to leave the West Country outfit at the request of the 26-year-old amid his personal situation. Senior joined the Gas in the summer of 2024 and went on to make 58 appearances across all competitions, notching four assists in the process. Responding to the news of Senior's exit, one Rovers supporter commented: 'Gutted, loved his energy and wore the shirt with pride. All the best, and once a Gashead, always a Gashead.' Another Gas fan said: 'Sorry to see Joel go. He's been excellent since Steve Evans came in and played a massive part in our upturn in form. His replacement will have to be very good to live up to the standards Joel set in the last few months.' The Gas will learn their League Two fixture list next week, which will allow them to further ramp up their preparations for the new campaign. And with the transfer window still open, Rovers fans will be eager to see who Steve Evans brings in to replace Joel Senior. But for now, the focus is on the upcoming season and the chance for Bristol Rovers to challenge for automatic promotion. So, what are your thoughts on Joel Senior's Bristol Rovers exit? The club's supporters have been reacting to the news on social media, with some wishing the defender well and others speculating about his potential replacement. As the summer transfer window continues, one thing is certain - Bristol Rovers will be looking to make a big impact in League Two next season.
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