James Hill outlines loan motive and character who approved Blackburn Rovers conversion

James Hill chose to join Blackburn Rovers due to his similarity to his mother’s club, Bournemouth.

The 21-year-old arrives at Ewood Park on a season-long loan from the Cherries and will bolster Jon Dahl Tomasson’s defensive options. Rovers are in dire need of reinforcements after selling Ash Phillips and releasing Daniel Ayala.

Hill will compete with Dom Hyam, Hayden Carter and Scott Wharton for a defensive spot. He chose Rovers as his next phase of development because of the offensive and expansive style that Tomasson has taken. RoversTV said: “Football and regular competition make you hungry and mature, which is what every player wants to do.”

We have to keep working to be the best version of ourselves and the loan is a great opportunity to do that and continue to grow as a player. No one is a complete article.

“I feel like I still have a lot to do and learn. It’s a great place for me and it’s a club where I can learn a lot to continue the journey that I really enjoy doing now. I want to take steps in the right direction.

“Here is similar to what Bournemouth want to play, the way they play, they want to move the ball and the way they press. We want to go high and the one-on-one battles don’t bother me and leave the second half of the team exposed.

“I am used to it and I am capable of handling these situations. That’s why I was attracted to this club. I’m an aggressive player, I like tackles, challenges in the air and I can take the ball down and play.”

Hill spoke with former Rover Joe Rothwell before he moved to Ewood Park. The midfielder spoke enthusiastically about his time in Lancashire and encouraged Hill to make the switch.

“Joe praised the club, the friendliness of the staff and the fans. He said it was a great opportunity for me and a great stepping stone.

“He said if I do well, I have a chance to go where I want to go. For me, I want to impact the games here, improve as a player, that’s what everyone wants to do when they’re on loan. »

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