Bristol Rovers have been active in the summer transfer window, with 10 available squad numbers following Yusuf Akhamrich's departure.

What's happening with squad numbers?

The departures of Tom Lockyer and Luke Thomas, along with the return of loanees Tommy Leigh, Yusuf Akhamrich, and Kane Thompson-Sommers to their parent clubs, have left several sought-after squad numbers up for grabs.

Who might take the vacant numbers?

Brad Young could be given the number one shirt if Luke Southwood departs, while other prominent numbers that could become vacant include Taylor Moore's number four and Isaac Hutchinson's number eight.

What's next for Bristol Rovers?

Steve Evans is likely to make more signings in the next few months, with the transfer window officially opening on Monday, and a few positions in the squad in need of strengthening. As of 28 Jun 2026, Bristol Rovers are 14th in League Two, with 62 points from 46 games, and a recent form of DWWWW. | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League standing | 14th | | Points | 62 | | Recent form | DWWWW | The squad numbers at the end of the 2025/26 season were: 1. Luke Southwood 2. Joel Senior 3. Jack Sparkes 4. Taylor Moore 5. Alfie Kilgour (Captain) 6. Clinton Mola 7. Shaq Forde 8. Isaac Hutchinson 9. Promise Omochere 10. Yusuf Akhamrich 11. Luke Thomas 12. Tom Lockyer 13. Brad Young 14. Kane Thompson-Sommers 15. Ryan De Havilland 17. Kofi Balmer 19. Ellis Harrison 20. Josh McEachran 22. Kamil Conteh 23. Macauley Southam-Hales 24. Tommy Leigh 25. Ryan Howley 26. Riley Harbottle 27. Joe Quigley 29. Fabrizio Cavegn 31. Jed Ward 35. Mees Rijks 36. Richie Smallwood * 43. Ollie Dewsbury Notable vacant squad numbers, including if all seven transfer listed players depart: 4, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 31