The 30 year-old midfielder signed a two year contract with Rovers in the summer of 2006 and was a virtual ever-present in the 2006-07 season, making 44 appearances in League and Cup games.

McLaren, said to be a bit of a set-piece expert, began his career at Luton Town where he spent seven years before moving to Sheffield Wednesday and then on to the Owls' near neighbours Rotherham under the Management of Ronnie Moore.

When he signed for Rovers it was believed that McLaren is believed to have chosen the Club over many other League 1 Clubs, possibly opting for Prenton Park because of the influence of Ronnie Moore.