ROVERS have today completed the signing of Alex Marrow on a permanent deal.

The 18 year-old midfielder has been with the Academy on trial for the past month and has impressed enough to earn himself a contract until the end of the season.

Formerly of North West Counties side Ashton Athletic, Alex has played five times for Gary Bowyer's under 18s side, scoring one goal.

Last week Marrow made his debut for the Reserves as a second half substitute in their 2-1 win over Manchester United.