His signing has helped increase the options in the centre of midfield at Rovers, with fans hoping to see another signing in this area while other recruits should be added in a number of areas.

However, for fans there may be concerns about the links to one of their favourite players leaving the club for Championship rivals.

Blackburn Rovers are hoping to make it ‘a tough deal for anyone’ looking to sign Lewis Travis

A number of teams had previously been reported to be interested in signing the Blackburn captain, Lewis Travis, with former manager John Eustace looking to bring him to Derby County, while Wrexham were also keen.

As per information from our Chief Football Correspondent, Graeme Bailey, EFL Analysis can exclusively reveal that Blackburn Rovers want to make it a ‘tough deal for anyone’ to sign Travis.

Blackburn are keen to keep their captain but are aware of the vast interest in their player, with Coventry, Derby, Middlesbrough, Wrexham, and Birmingham all linked.

However, the 27-year-old is one of the Rovers players that demands a fee due to still being under contract, with Blackburn hoping that it turns into ‘something of an auction’ if he is to leave the club.

Lewis Travis’ importance to Blackburn Rovers

Lewis Travis has been a dependable player for Rovers for a number of years, with him operating in front of the defence to provide cover and sniff out opposition attacks.

He was vital in the final number of games of the season as Blackburn found form under new manager Ismaël after an initial tough start with the Frenchman.

Appearances (starts)	38 (37)
Minutes Played	3217
Goals (Assists)	2 (1)
Shots (On Target)	16 (4)
Pass Accuracy	85%
Tackle Success	61.2%
Duel Success	46.9%
Yellow Cards/Red Cards	11/0

Lewis Travis Blackburn Rovers 2024/25 stats Travis has played his whole senior career at Rovers, and losing him would have been unthinkable prior to this summer transfer window for most fans, as he embodies everything fans hold dear while wearing the shirt on the pitch.

His leadership is vital for Rovers, as without him guiding them through matches and off the pitch, it is hard to see anyone else filling this role currently at the club.