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Thu 10 July 2025 13:08, UK
Bristol Rovers have rejected an improved bid of £450,000 from Peterborough for defender Connor Taylor, sources have told Football Insider.
Peterborough have made the centre-back one of their top targets in this summer’s transfer window and their opening offer was rejected at the end of last season.
Now, Rovers have turned down their updated offer as they battle to keep hold of the 23-year-old.
Posh remain keen on Taylor, who was named Bristol Rovers’ player of the season last term despite relegation from League One.
Peterborough ready new Taylor move to fix ‘big problems’ in defence
Despite avoiding relegation to League Two by five points last season, Peterborough suffered major problems at the back.
Darren Ferguson’s side had the second-worst defensive record in the division, conceding a concerning 81 goals in 46 matches.
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Meanwhile, Taylor started 38 games for Bristol Rovers, showcasing his reliability across a full campaign.
The Englishman was one of the shining lights in a dismal Rovers side, which has caught the attention of Peterborough, who want to give him another chance to prove his worth in League One.
Posh did have some success last season as they managed to defend their EFL Trophy title, beating Birmingham City in the final.
Photo by Kevin Hodgson/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesWest Brom plot move for ex-Crystal Palace star
Meanwhile, Football Insider has exclusively revealed that West Brom are plotting a move for former Crystal Palace man Jeffrey Schlupp on a free transfer.
Schlupp, 32, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Celtic, is a free agent after leaving Crystal Palace last month upon the expiration of his contract.
West Brom are planning to rebuild their squad under new manager Ryan Mason, and he sees the former Eagles man’s experience and versatility as a key addition to his squad at The Hawthorns.
Schlupp made 18 appearances for Celtic last term, helping Brendan Rodgers’ men retain their Scottish Premiership title.
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