 He played a central role in the Bristol City side that reached the Division Two play-off final in May 2004, only to lose 1–0 against Brighton & Hove Albion at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff in front of 65,167 spectators.In July 2005, he was arrested and charged for being drunk and disorderly during a pre-season trip.In February 2005, he was placed on the transfer list at Ashton Gate Stadium.