Whilst the country is in the midst of a cold snap, the snowy conditions aren't bothering Steven Nzonzi too much.

Signed from French club SC Amiens last summer, the young midfielder could be excused if he found the current wintery conditions not to his liking, but he brushed aside those suggestions.

"The weather is the same here as it is in France at this time of year," said Steven.

"But we have to train inside and that is harder on the legs, but it is okay, it was the same in France so it not a problem."

The snowy conditions forced the postponement of Rovers' Carling Cup semi-final against Aston Villa last Tuesday, but the French under 21 international says that hasn't caused the team too many concerns.

"It isn't a problem, we'll play them next time. The team is ready to play, when isn't a problem, and when we go out there on the pitch we will try to do our best.

"We aren't concerned by the weather."