For a bit of fun in the meantime, we fired up the latest edition of Football Manager, and simulated the game beyond the summer and into the future. We had a look at the starting XI, key subs and manager it predicts will be on show for the Rovers on the opening day of the 2020/21 season.
17. Sub: Ian Lawlor
The ex-Man City man will serve as Coleman's understudy for the new campaign. Photo: Nathan Stirk
18. Manager: Sam Ricketts
Darren Moore leaves to join Oxford United over the summer, and Ricketts is swiftly brought in as his replacement, leaving Shrewsbury Town to take the job. Photo: PAUL ELLIS