Salford City’s Offer Rejected
Salford City’s first bid for 25‑year‑old Rotherham United right‑back Denzel Hall was turned down by the Millers. The club’s transfer window has seen the Ammies sign former Millers product Joe Powell, but Hall’s value sits in the seven‑figure bracket and Rotherham have decided to keep him.
Coach Alex Bruce on Hall’s Focus
Head coach Alex Bruce praised Hall’s attitude, saying the player has “been fine” despite the distraction of interest. Bruce noted that Hall is aware of the situation and has approached it “in the right way”. The Millers have two years left on Hall’s contract at New York Stadium and a move to Salford would bring a significant wage rise.
Performance and Potential
Bruce highlighted Hall’s recent form, stating he played well in the 2‑1 opening‑day defeat to Cheltenham Town and is improving with more training. Hall’s hamstring injury in January had stalled a potential £1‑million‑plus move to Championship side Preston North End, but he returned before the season’s end and has started both matches in the current campaign.
Goalkeeper Competition
Rotherham are also juggling a goalkeeper showdown. Julian Eyestone, a season‑long loan from Premier League club Brentford, is vying with Ted Cann for the number‑one shirt. Bruce said Eyestone has settled in well and impressed in a behind‑closed‑doors match against Sheffield United, but will not reveal who will start against York City.
Upcoming Home Match
The Millers will host newly‑promoted York City at AESSEAL New York Stadium tomorrow. It will be Rotherham’s first league home game since Alex Bruce’s appointment in late June. Fans have already purchased more than 5,000 season tickets, while York have sold out the South Stand. Bruce expects a strong atmosphere and hopes the team can give supporters something to cheer about.
Loan Moves
Rotherham’s young attackers Dean Gardner and Reece Wilson are on month‑long loans at Matlock Town and Bridlington Town, respectively.
