BLUNT NAMED ROVERS CHAIRMAN

David Blunt has been named the mew chairman of Doncaster Rovers,with Dick Watson becoming the club president in a board reshuffle.

Blunt,66,is a local businessman who helps to run Keepmoat PLC,a shareholding company mainly owned by Terry Bramhill and Watson.

In an interview,Blunt said,"I'm delighted to be the chairman of this club."

“Terry and Dick have done an excellent job in steering this club during the past few years, helping to fund two promotions and five seasons of Championship football.

“I hope that during my time as chairman we can build a solid foundation for the club to be successful both on and off the field."

“It is my vision that we try to create a clear pathway so that children in Doncaster can play for their hometown club, whilst simultaneously ensuring we become a regular fixture within the Championship."

Blunt joined Doncaster in 2010 and previously rejected the chance to be chairman in 2013.