City reject groundshare

Last updated : 28 March 2007 By Morris (Bristol)
 
Ashton Gate
Bristol City's Ashton Gate ground
Bristol City chairman Stephen Lansdown says the club are no longer considering a proposal from local rivals Rovers to groundshare at Ashton Gate.

Rovers need a temporary home while the Memorial Stadium is redeveloped.

"Since we received the proposal I have discussed the matter with my fellow directors," he told the club's website.

"I believe it is in the interest of everyone to make an early decison to allow Bristol Rovers as much time as possible to make alternative arrangements."

Rovers have also been in groundshare talks with Swindon, Cheltenham and Bath City.

Work to transform their home into a £35m, 18,500 all-seater arena including business and leisure facilities is set to start at the end of the year.

Rovers expect the development to take around 18 months to complete.


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