Doncaster Rovers must make a big transfer call on Owen Bailey, their star midfielder, to keep him at the club. With reported interest from Sheffield Wednesday and Bradford City, the club must act quickly to retain their star player. Grant McCann, the Northern Irish manager, has said that the club is close to securing a new deal with Bailey, which would be the best piece of business the club has managed all summer.
What's at stake for Doncaster Rovers?
Doncaster Rovers' hopes for the League One season hinge on Owen Bailey staying at the club. Without his reliability, the upcoming season could be a topsy-turvy one with eyes glancing down the table towards what is likely to be a tight relegation battle, rather than up it and in the direction of a potential top-half finish.
Why Owen Bailey is crucial for Doncaster Rovers
Bailey is on course to break record after record, being a consistent league performer in the red and white hoops of Doncaster. He played all 46 league games last term, with 16 goals and six assists amassed through 55 all competition appearances. His re-signing is a must, with his abilities almost impossible to replace given his adaptability, consistency, and quality at both ends of the pitch.
What comes next for Doncaster Rovers?
Doncaster Rovers do have an option to extend the contract by a further 12 months, though with plenty of reported interest from big name outfits in the division, such as Sheffield Wednesday and Bradford City, a heftier agreement may be needed to properly tie the Englishman down.
