TOM DAVIES has been training with Bristol Rovers after leaving Everton at the end of last season.
The midfielder, who became the youngest captain in Toffees' history aged just 20 in 2018, opted to turn down a new deal at Goodison Park.
Davies, 25, joined Everton aged 11 and went on to make 179 appearances for his boyhood club.
But after being limited to just four Premier League starts last season, he decided to depart in a bid to secure more first team football.
Having not signed for a club yet, Davies joined up with Bristol Rovers as they trained in the Algarve last week.
The former England youth international was welcomed into the camp by boss Joey Barton, himself a former Everton academy player, to gain fitness in a competitive environment.
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According to Bristol Live, no talks have taken place regarding Davies signing for the League One side.
If Davies is to drop down from the Premier League, he would likely receive offers from the Championship.
He was also the subject of interest from Scottish giants Rangers in January, with their boss Michael Beale having previously admitted his admiration for the combative midfielder.
Bristol Rovers would not have the budget to compete with the likes of Rangers or clubs in the Championship.
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Barton's side played a friendly match against Portuguese top flight Braga while away in Portugal.
They acquitted themselves well, losing 3-2 to a side set to play in the Champions League this season.
Aaron Collins and Jevani Brown scored for the Gas.
While Davies is unlikely to join, Rovers have been busy in the transfer market – recruiting four new first team players.
James Wilson has signed from League One champions Plymouth Argyle, with Luke Thomas joining from Barnsley.
George Friend arrives on a free transfer after leaving Birmingham, while Brown signed from Exeter City.
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