on loan to help regain his fitness. After only four league appearances with the Millers, he suffered a knee injury. In addition to his league appearances at Rotherham he also played in and scored in a Football League Trophy tie against Macclesfield Town. When Megson left Forest and Ian McParland and Frank Barlow took charge, Evans continued training with Forest again and played a few reserve games; however, he was released at the end of the season. In July 2006, Evans was given a trial by Swindon Town boss Dennis Wise. He made his first appearance for the Town in a 1–1 draw against Reading and was subsequently offered a one-year deal, which he accepted. Evans soon became an integral part of Swindon's midfield, scoring a number of vital goals including a 40-yard free kick against Wrexham. He returned to Bradford City in summer 2007, three years after leaving Valley Parade. On 29 April 2008, Evans was deemed to be surplus to requirements at Valley Parade and was released by manager Stuart McCall along with 13 other Bradford players. He had trials with fellow League Two sides Darlington and Morecambe, as well as Oxford United of the Conference National, who he joined on a short-term contract in September 2008. He played three games for Oxford but was released in January 2009. He joined Halifax Town later the same month along with fellow Bradford City player David Brown. He made his debut against Wakefield as Halifax won 4–1, with Evans helping to make one goal and hitting the crossbar. In August 2009, he joined Farsley Celtic. Coaching After retiring as a player, Evans currently works at Leeds United as part of the sports science backroom team. Personal life Evans is a Liverpool supporter. Career statistics Honours As a player Brentford Football League Third Division: 1998–99 Shrewsbury Town Football League Third Division: 1993–94 As an individual Football League Second Division PFA Team of the Year: 2001–02 Football League Third Division PFA Team of the Year: 1998–99 References External links Paul Evans Vital Profile 1974 births Living people Sportspeople from Oswestry Welsh footballers Wales international footballers Shrewsbury Town F.C. players Brentford F.C. players Bradford City A.F.C. players Blackpool F.C. players Nottingham Forest F.C. players Rotherham United F.C. players Swindon Town F.C. players Oxford United F.C. players FC Halifax Town players Farsley Celtic A.F.C. players Association football midfielders Leeds United F.C. non-playing staff