However Rivers, who did not really make his mark on any of the three games that he took part in, appears not to have done enough to earn a contract at the club and Town boss Joe Royle looks likely to look elsewhere to strengthen his midfield.
30 year old Rivers will now return to former club Crewe from Monday where he will undergo a trial period with Dario Gradi's side, which is likely to turn into a full time contract should he impress his former employers.