THE ESSENTIAL

Bolton midfielder Stuart Holden looks to be facing at least six weeks on the sidelines after fracturing his right fibula on international duty.

Bolton manager Gary Megson has defended his record at the Reebok Stadium, and insists he will continue to resist calls from supporters to quit.

Bolton boss Gary Megson is understood to be lining up a January bid to bring Manchester City striker Benjani to the Reebok Stadium.

Bolton chairman Phil Gartside says he is not in the business of "pressing panic buttons" after a string of poor results at the Reebok Stadium.

Bolton manager Gary Megson was full of praise for Ivan Klasnic's killer instinct after the striker scored the winner in the Trotters 3-2 triumph over Everton: "Ivan has just got one thought in his mind when he's in there. He had a shot just before that from about 20 yards when really he should have passed it to Chung-Yong Lee. But you can't criticise forwards for doing that, that is what they are there for. Him being that kind of personality was probably a good thing for us, because he certainly wasn't looking to pass when the ball dropped to him. It was a fantastic strike."

Bolton manager Gary Megson wants Zat Knight to improve his concentration from the off following his early blunder against Manchester United.

Bolton manager Gary Megson believes Sir Alex Ferguson has been "hung out to dry" over his controversial attack on referee Alan Wiley.

Former Monaco playmaker Camel Meriem has admitted his interest in a move to the Premier League after being linked with Bolton.

Bolton manager Gary Megson has reportedly joined Everton in the race to sign £2million-rated Newcastle midfielder Alan Smith in January.

Gary Cahill has declared himself happy at Bolton but refused to rule out an exit after admitting it is flattering to be linked with top clubs.

TRANSFERS

Who? - Jack Wilshere
Where is he? - Arsenal
Who is he linked with? - Bolton Wanderers
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Who? - Jack Wilshere
Where is he? - Arsenal
Who is he linked with? - Bolton Wanderers
More...