Doncaster Rovers: July 2008 - news archive

Coppinger kops new deal

DoncasterDoncaster midfielder James Coppinger has signed an extension to his deal to keep him at the Keepmoat Stadium until 2011.

Smith eyes Toon boost

DoncasterDoncaster keeper Ben Smith hopes his clean sheet against hometown club Newcastle will edge him ahead of veteran Neil Sullivan.

Wellens happy to extend Rovers deal

DoncasterRichie Wellens says Rovers' brand of attractive football was a reason why he signed a new three-year deal at the club.

Wellens agres new Rovers deal

DoncasterMidfielder Richie Wellens has boosted Doncaster by agreeing to sign a new three-year deal with the Championship new-boys.

Rovers continue defender talks

DoncasterDoncaster are still in talks with former Scotland star Steven Pressley but Tomi Ameobi has now signed for Rovers.

O'Driscoll drops striker hint

DoncasterDoncaster boss Sean O'Driscoll has hinted he could sign trialist striker Tomi Ameobi - although he does not expect an instant impact.

Rovers take on Ameobi

DoncasterTomi Ameobi has been taken on trial by newly-promoted Doncaster Rovers as Sean O'Driscoll tries to strengthen his squad.

Striker signs Rovers deal

DoncasterFormer Aston Villa and Rotherham striker Darren Byfield has joined Doncaster on a free transfer.

O'Driscoll points to team ethic

DoncasterSean O'Driscoll has urged his promotion-winning Doncaster players to rise to the challenge of Championship football.

Striker interesting O'Driscoll

DoncasterDoncaster are looking to add experience to their squad by snapping up veteran striker Darren Byfield on a free from Bristol City.

O'Driscoll's case for the defence

DoncasterDoncaster boss Sean O'Driscoll has confirmed he will leave no stone unturned in his search for defensive reinforcements.

Rovers made to wait on defender deal

DoncasterSean O'Driscoll admits Doncaster are waiting to hear whether Manchester City centre-back Matt Mills will join Rovers.

Wilson reveals Rovers' pull

DoncasterDoncaster midfielder Mark Wilson admits he would have re-signed even if Rovers had not won promotion to the Championship.

Defender pens Rovers deal

DoncasterDoncaster have been boosted by the news that Adam Lockwood has committed his future by penning a new deal at the club.