Bristol Rovers manager Paul Raynor has addressed the absence of key players Josh McEachran and Taylor Moore from pre-season training, offering insight into their current status as the Gas prepare for the new campaign.

Why are McEachran and Moore missing pre-season?

Raynor confirmed neither player has yet joined the squad, though he avoided specifying exact injury timelines. The pair were both regulars last season, with McEachran contributing 19 appearances and Moore 24 before the 2025-26 season ended.

How does this impact Bristol Rovers’ summer plans?

With the team currently 14th in League Two (62 points, 19W-5D-22L), Raynor must balance squad depth and fitness ahead of a title push. The Gas sit 25 points behind leaders Bromley and remain unbeaten in their last five games (DDWWW), including a 1-1 draw with Notts County on May 2, 2026.

What’s next for the Gas?

Raynor’s focus now shifts to pre-season preparations, though he stressed patience with recovery timelines. The squad’s attack, which scored 56 goals this term but conceded 65, will need fresh legs as the campaign resumes.