The League Paper

‘Joey is perfect for us’

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The LeaguePaper Team
28 February 2021

By Chris Dunlavy

THUMBS UP: New Bristol Rovers manager Joey Barton and, Inset, Alex Rodman, right, in action against Wigan in midweek
PICTURE: PA Images

ALEX Rodman says he has “no doubt” that Joey Barton is the man to finally lead Bristol Rovers into the Championship.
Barton, 38, arrived at the Memorial Stadium on Monday and took charge of a club fourth from bottom with one win in their last 11 matches.
But whilst survival is the immediate priority, winger Rodman believes the former Manchester City and Burnley midfielder - who led Fleetwood into the play-offs last season...

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