A protracted takeover that would rescue Derby County from administration is at risk of collapse, according to reports.
A buyout of the Rams by American investor Chris Kirchner was believed to be close to completion, but Bristol Rovers' League One rivals have been struck by fresh uncertainty over the future of the club.
Kirchner was named as the preferred bidder to buy the club by administrators Quantuma in April and the deal was given conditional approval by the EFL last month, but it appears to be in serious doubt two months later.