Steve Evans says he will quit Bristol Rovers if not wanted after 2-0 loss

Bristol Rovers manager Steve Evans stated on Sunday that he will leave the club if the board no longer wishes him to stay. The announcement followed an 8th defeat in the team's last 10 league games.

The Rovers lost 2-0 to Chesterfield on Saturday at the Memorial Stadium. The result leaves the Gas just four points above the relegation zone in the league table. Evans described the team's first-half performance as the primary cause for the loss.

Evans told BBC Radio Bristol that he does not intend to remain at the club merely for financial reasons. "If I'm not wanted, I'll leave," he said. "I'm not like the others that hang on for paydays." He addressed supporters directly after the final whistle.

The 64-year-old manager placed responsibility on his squad for the poor results. He called the players "inconsistent" and "poor" in his assessment of their recent form. "We're not doing our jobs, but we're being let down by inconsistent players," Evans said. He noted that some players perform well for one week and disappear for the next two.

Evans said he will reflect on his own effectiveness as he prepares for the upcoming match. He wants to see his team deliver basic elements such as passion, fight, and energy. The team will travel to Cheltenham next week to play at Whaddon Road.

The manager expects a difficult contest against the Cheltenham side. He said he will select a team that works hard and fights for the three points. Evans confirmed he will continue his current routine, arriving at training at 6:30 a.m. and leaving at 6:00 p.m., while conducting opposition analysis.

The Rovers are currently positioned four points above the relegation places. Evans said he will continue to do the same job he has always done while evaluating the squad's commitment levels.