Those talks it seems were very productive with Campbell today putting pen-to-paper with the Memorial Ground outfit.
Speaking the Rovers official site, Campbell revealed he turned down Town's offer for the Pirates. With Ian Atkins a major factor in the decision.
"My contract was up at Grimsby and they offered me a new one, but I just felt it was time to move on," Stuart told bristolrovers.co.uk, "I spoke to a few clubs, but as soon as I spoke to the manager here, Ian Atkins, his enthusiasm and how positive he was for the forthcoming season basically made my mind up for me.