Nickname: Matt

Which club did you support when you were younger?
Arsenal. My granddad is from London and he made me support them.

What are your strengths in the game?
Speed, strength and my passing.

Weaknesses in the game?
Communication and aggression.

Professional player you liken yourself to?
Michael Dawson is a similar build as me and good on the ball.

What has been the highlight of your career so far?
Playing when I was younger for my local team and scoring at Upton Park.

What has been the lowlight of your career so far?
Having so many injuries.

Who was your football hero growing up?
Dennis Bergkamp - played for Arsenal and one of the world's best player. He's a genius.

Who is the biggest influence on your career so far?
My dad driving me everywhere since I was younger.

What is the best advice you have been given?
Enjoy it - but play well!

Who's the biggest joker in the Rovers youth team?
Jordan Lodge and Liam Nelthorpe. Biggest jokers by a long way!

Wheels?
The number 55 bus.

Favourite film?
GoodFellas and Snatch.

Ideal holiday destination?
You can't beat Woolacombe in Devon. Ibiza is good also.

Last song that you downloaded?
Kings of Leon - Fans.

Favourite TV programme?
Ross Kemp on Gangs and Shameless.

Describe yourself in five words.
Honest, tall, genuine, sarcastic?

In 5 years time, I will be?
Enjoying my life.