Joe joins Macclesfield on loan

That’s an interesting development for Joe Hilton. Joining Macclesfield on loan until the end of the season provides him with a valuable opportunity to gain more playing time and experience, especially since he has been Rovers’ third-choice goalkeeper for the past two seasons.

His previous loan spells with Fleetwood Town and Ross County, as well as Hamilton Academical, have likely contributed to his development as a goalkeeper. Now, with Macclesfield, he has a chance to continue his progress in a competitive environment.

The inclusion of a 24-hour recall option and permission for him to play in the end of season play-offs and/or FA Trophy final shows that Rovers value his development and are keen to monitor his progress closely during the loan spell. It’s a win-win situation for both the player and the club, as Hilton gets valuable game time, and Rovers can assess his performance in a different setting.