Bristol Rovers taken over by the Jordanian Al-Qadi family

Bristol Rovers has confirmed a takeover from the Al-Qadi family from Jordan, who acquired a 92 percent share in the League Two club.

As part of the deal Steve Hamer, the former Swansea City chairman who was vital in brokering the deal, assumes the same role in Horfield, while Wael Al-Qadi becomes club president with some ambitious plans for the Gas.

"We really see the potential of this great club, we want to improve in all areas, not just on the field," Al-Qadi said, noting the need to find an alternative home to the tired Memorial Stadium.

Al-Qadi's father, Abdulkader Abdullah, made his riches founding the Arab Jordan Investment Bank in 1978, which has since grown into a financial powerhouse in Western Asia.

Wael Al-Qadi also spoke of his appreciation for Rovers being a "family club," and his work in little leagues and childrens' football academies in Jordan shows he has an appreciation for the longevity of the game and his family's new role in south Gloucestershire.

Darrell Clarke is currently overseeing first team matters at eighth-placed Bristol Rovers and has the full backing of the new ownership ahead of Saturday's visit of Morecambe.