At the first attempt, Tony Mowbray's Blackburn earned their Championship status back. Now, they're looking to push on and maybe challenge for a top flight return.

It's been six seasons since they lost their Premier League status, but after spending time winning football matches in League One, they'll hope to carry the habit on this time around. Both Sheffield United and Millwall brought their momentum forward into promotion challenging campaigns, so why not Rovers?

The key will be recruitment and convincing their fans that they mean business. The next few weeks could be crucial, not letting that good feeling decrease, not allowing positivity to diminish in the face of an excruciatingly tough division. One way they can keep moving forward, is signings.

Here, FLW have a look at three players who could kick start the summer for the Blackburn, players who will not only impress the fans, but who also have the credentials to improve the team.

Sheffield Wednesday want him off the wage bill and, despite two fairly low key spells with them and Middlesbrough, he's still a natural goal scorer.

He thrived at Ewood Park before, maybe his desire to leave last time tainted things a little, but a move for Rhodes would send a clear statement to the fans; we mean business.

Clare is another Sheffield Wednesday player that would signal real intent by Blackburn. He could form a deadly partnership with Bradley Dack in the middle of the park and, given the level of interest in him, it would be a massive coup too.

By bringing the 21-year old in, Blackburn would be making a huge statement. He's been linked with several clubs, but if Mowbray won that race there would be a ripple of shock around the football world.

Kent didn't have a good time at Bristol City last season, but maybe a move closer to home would suit the 21-year old?

The Robins faced a fine from Liverpool for not playing the winger, so he'll be hungry to prove he has what it takes at this level. He will be in demand, so whichever club Liverpool choose as his destination would be happy, not only at the player but also the endorsement that brings with it.