Robert Pires turns down Doncaster Rovers

Former Arsenal and France winger Robert Pires has turned down the opportunity to join Championship side Doncaster Rovers.

Reports yesterday revealed that Rovers had made an approach to the 38-year-old free agent regarding a short-term contract at the Keepmoat Stadium.

Pires took to Twitter to confirm Doncaster's interest, but also admitted that he will not be joining the Championship's bottom-placed club.

"Doncaster people called me! i am happy they think i can help them but it's not in my plan to play there," he said.

Pires has been without a club since his summer release by Aston Villa.