Ricky Martin sets out Stephan Negru strengths as Bristol Rovers confirm latest loan arrival

New Bristol Rovers defender Stephan Negru will "bring experience and competition" to their backline, according to director of football Ricky Martin, after Rovers completed a deadline day deal to sign the Irishman on a season-long loan from Oxford United.

The centre-back has become the Gas' 12th signing of the summer having spent the majority of last season on loan in League Two with Salford City.

The 23-year-old Irishman made 32 appearances for the Ammies last term having briefly returned to the Us in January before heading back to the Peninsula Stadium on loan. READ MORE: Transfer deadline day live: Updates as Bristol City and Bristol Rovers complete summer business

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