Paul Ince has emerged as a target for Bristol Rovers Football Club.

Paul Buckle was dismissed as manager of the League Two club earlier this year, and they have since been drawing up a list of potential replacements.

It is believed former Blackburn Rovers and MK Dons manager Ince has emerged as a target, but the Pirates could face competition from higher up the football league ladder.

It is being reported that Rochdale and Stevenage, both of League One, are also keen on the 44-year-old, who is eager to return to management as soon as possible.

"Three clubs have made contact with us," Ince’s representative Chris Nathaniel told Sky Sports. “Paul is now considering his options and is obviously flattered by the interest."

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