Bristol Rovers are aiming for a play-off push this season, having already made several exciting signings during the transfer window.
Matt Taylor is determined to avoid a repeat of last year’s disappointing outcome, where their campaign lost momentum and they finished 15th in the league.
Several underperforming players have been let go, but Jevani Brown remains on the roster.
Brown was signed last summer by former manager Joey Barton after being released by Exeter City. However, his time at the Memorial Stadium hasn’t gone as planned, and recent pre-season news suggests he might be on his way out this season.
Matt Taylor’s omission of Jevani Brown
As Rovers wrapped up their final pre-season game against Cardiff City, one notable absence from the team sheet was Jevani Brown, who was left out of the squad by Matt Taylor.
This marked the second consecutive game where Brown did not feature for the first team, and it’s since been revealed that he’s been training with the academy instead.
After the match against the Bluebirds, Taylor gave a brief but telling response about Brown, simply stating “not included.” This comment hints at Brown’s uncertain position ahead of the season opener against Northampton Town.
With his exclusion from the squad, it seems likely that Rovers will look to offload him before the transfer window closes on August 30th. Off-field issues may force the club to sell him at a reduced price, but with just a year remaining on his contract, they might prefer to sell now.
Throughout pre-season, Bristol Rovers have also given significant playing time to academy prospects, with Ollie Dewsbury standing out.
League Two move could make sense for Jevani Brown
While it seems likely that his time in Bristol is nearing its end, Jevani Brown could still be a valuable asset to several clubs in League One or League Two.
Just two seasons ago, in his debut League One campaign with Exeter, he scored 12 goals and provided nine assists in 27 games, establishing himself as one of the top performers in the division. Before that, he had some impressive seasons in League Two, averaging a goal contribution every 229 minutes.
| Jevani Brown’s 2022-23 League Campaign Exeter City | |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 27 |
| Goals | 12 |
| Expected Goals | 7.08 |
| Assists | 9 |
| Chances Created | 49 |
| Source: FotMob | |
For Brown to regain his top form, consistent game time is essential—something he lacked last season. His previous performances suggest that he could be the driving force for several League Two teams aiming to climb the table.
In recent years, we’ve seen how crucial the number ten role can be for promotion campaigns, with players like Elliot Lee and Davis Keillor-Dunn making a significant impact for Wrexham and Mansfield Town last season.
At 29, Brown is at an age where he should be hitting his peak, making this the perfect time for him to seek a move away from Rovers before the transfer window closes. Given Taylor’s clear stance on the former Cambridge United player, it seems likely that the Gas will allow him to leave, aiming to secure a transfer fee before his contract runs out.
Any club interested in Brown will need a coach or manager who is willing to invest in him. In the right setting, he could be a game-changer, potentially reaching the high standards he set at Exeter just two seasons ago.
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