Word is that the 36 year old has arrived for a medical and looks set to sign for Steve Kean who has talked the player into coming to Rovers instead of heading off on a money spinning deal to the States.
Whether Gomes can perform in the hustle and bustle of the Championship at his age is anyone’s guess. And keeping him from injury would be a major concern also.
Gomes has 156 goals to his name after an 18 year career, which includes over 70 caps for Portugal.