Bolton Wanderers: July 2008 Archives

Swiss star up for battle

Swiss midfielder Blerim Dzemali has vowed to prove his worth at Bolton following a torrid time on the injury front.

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Striker linked with £4m switch

Bolton are being linked with a £4million swoop for Israeli international striker Elyaniv Barda as they look to bolster their attack.

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Albion bid for Meite

West Bromwich Albion are reported to have made a £1.5million bid for Bolton's wantaway defender Abdoulaye Faye.

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Riga face Trotters bow delay

Bolton face a legal battle with Spanish side Levante before they will be able to field new signing Mustapha Riga.

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Steinsson ready to progress

Gretar Steinsson says Bolton's successful battle against relegation last season has helped him develop as a Premier League player.

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Sunderland wrap up Diouf

Sunderland have completed the signing of El-Hadji Diouf from Bolton after the player penned a four-year deal.

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Riga signs for Bolton

Bolton have completed the signing of Mustapha Riga who has penned a three-year deal at the Reebok Stadium.

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Megson back in for Royals ace

Bolton are ready to up their bid for Reading midfielder James Harper as El-Hadji Diouf closes in on a switch to Sunderland.

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Diouf undergoes Black Cats medical

Bolton striker El-Hadji Diouf is undergoing a medical at Sunderland as he closes in on a switch to the Stadium of Light.

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Meite switch link resurfaces

West Brom continue to be linked with a swoop for Bolton defender Abdoulaye Meite despite Tony Mowbray recently denying his interest.

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Diouf bidders revealed

Sunderland are reported to be closing in on a £2.5million swoop for Bolton striker El-Hadji Diouf, who has expressed a desire to leave.

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Trotters striker attracts possible suitor

Gary Megson has confirmed that Bolton have received an offer for striker El-Hadji Diouf but refused to disclose the club's identity.

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No hard feelings - Campo

Former Bolton midfielder Ivan Campo has insisted that there are no longer any hard feelings between himself and the Trotters.

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Bolton Riga close to new signing

Bolton are closing in on the signing of in-demand winger Mustapha Riga from Levante according to reports in Spain.

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Riki to see out Depor contract

Deportivo La Coruna's highly-rated striker Riki has declared he has no interest in quitting Spain's La Liga to join Bolton.

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Megson hints at Meite stay

Bolton manager Gary Megson is sticking to his strict policy of not allowing defender Abdoulaye Meite leave the Reebok on the cheap.

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Al Habsi open to offers

Ali Al Habsi has cast doubt on his future at Bolton by revealing he would consider offers to leave the Reebok.

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Dutch striker swoop fails

Bolton have failed with a bid of £320,000 for Levante forward Mustapha Riga after the Spanish club threw it out.

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Boss delighted with new boys

Bolton boss Gary Megson is delighted with the signings of Fabrice Muamba and Johan Elmander and says they will add another dimension.

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Megson told transfer deadline

Bolton have been told by Reading they have three weeks to make a move for James Harper or the midfielder is not for sale.

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Megson targets striker signing

Bolton are reported to be locked in talks with Levante forward Mustapha Riga with a view to bringing him to England.

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Trotters locked in defender talks

Bolton are still locked in talks with Hull over a deal for Abdoulaye Meite but the Tigers are refusing to pay over the odds.

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Defenders future unclear

Defender Abdoulaye Meite, who has been told he has no future with Bolton, remains in limbo as no suitable offers have been made.

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Romanian defender targetted

Bolton may be about to sign defender Dorin Goian from Romanian giants Steaua Bucharest in a deal worth around £4million.

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Defender fee stalemate

Bolton are refusing to sell Abdoulaye Meite on the cheap and have told West Brom they will have to pay £3million.

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Midfielder move looks doomed

Bolton may have to look elsewhere in their search for a new midfielder after Reading said James Harper is happy where he is.

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Megson delight at new scouting plan

Gary Megson is delighted with Bolton's new scouting system, which gives the Whites a bigger coverage of Europe than ever before.

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Midfielder poised for Spain return

Ivan Campo has revealed he is in talks with Real Sociedad over a return to Spain, having been released by Bolton.

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Duo battle for striker

Charlton have joined Nottingham Forest in the race to sign Bolton striker Heidar Helguson, who is up for grabs at the Reebok.

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Agent fires Trotters warning

Ali Al-Habsi's agent has warned Bolton that the goalkeeper could still leave the club unless he is offered a new deal.

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Megson repels Baggies raid

Bolton boss Gary Megson has reportedly rejected West Brom's offer of £1.25m plus midfielder Paul Robinson for defender Abdoulaye Meite.

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Diouf poised to re-think plans

El Hadji-Diouf could be forced to spend another season at Bolton after it was revealed there have been no bids for the unhappy striker.

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Megson faces strike ace blow

Bolton target Milan Baros' agent has claimed the Czech Republic striker will be staying at Lyon next season.

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Megson eyes exit U-turn

Bolton boss Gary Megson has urged unsettled forward El-Hadji Diouf to perform a U-turn and stay at the Reebok Stadium.

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Keeper rules out move

Bolton goalkeeper Ali Al-Habsi says he will not be leaving the club this summer despite reports linking him with a move.

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Trotters told to cough up

Bolton have been told by Reading they will have to stump up £4.5million if they want to sign midfielder James Harper.

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Jaaskelainen and Gardner sign on

Bolton have been handed a double boost with the news that Jussi Jaaskelainen and Ricardo Gardner have signed new deals.

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Megson not done yet

Bolton boss Gary Megson remains confident of landing his third new signing this summer before the big kick-off on August 16.

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Wigley arrives at Reebok

Bolton boss Gary Megson has named former Southampton manager Steve Wigley as his new head coach.

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Wanderers warned off midfielder move

Bolton have been told to forget about signing Simon Vukcevic as he remains in the plans of Sporting Lisbon.

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Wanderers look to Malaga

Bolton are said to be eyeing a move for Malaga midfielder Antonio Hidalgo, who is reportedly keen on a move to England.

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Wanderers close to winger deal

Sporting Lisbon winger Simon Vukcevic has revealed that Bolton are in talks with his current club over a possible transfer.

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No bidding war for Royals ace

Bolton are still in the hunt to land Reading midfielder James Harper but face competition from Middlesbrough.

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Midfielder wants future sorting

Bolton target Simon Vukcevic is planning to hold talks with Sporting Lisbon and wants his future sorting this week.

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Baggies eye defender swoop

West Brom have joined the race to sign Bolton defender Abdoulaye Meite who is up for grabs at £3million this summer.

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Wanderers reiterate no-go for Barton

Bolton have again spoken out to scotch reports linking them with a raid for disgraced Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton.

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Sporting swoop ruled out

Bolton are reported to have dropped all interest in Sporting Lisbon midfielder Simon Vukcevic after being linked with a £5m switch.

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Megson targets Sporting star

Bolton have made a £5million offer for Sporting Lisbon's goal-scoring midfielder Simon Vukcevic, according to reports.

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Leaving not an option - Jaaskelainen

Number one goalkeeper Jussi Jaaskelainen has claimed he never once thought about leaving Bolton this summer.

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Trotters ace extends Reebok stay

Jussi Jaaskelainen has finally ended speculation over his future by signing a new four-year contract with Bolton.

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African ace set for Bolton exit

Abdoulaye Meite is expecting to leave Bolton this summer, but it looks like a move to Hull is unlikely.

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Loan move claims rejected

Bolton have moved to deny claims that Joey Barton will join them on loan, if he is shown the door by Newcastle.

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Chairman vows to stay

Bolton chairman Phil Gartside has vowed to stay at the Reebok Stadium helm to give Gary Megson the support he deserves.

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Euro duo linked with switch

Bolton are being linked with Simon Vukcevic and Milan Baros after chairman Phil Gartside vowed to carry on spending.

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Swiss star up for battle

Swiss midfielder Blerim Dzemali has vowed to prove his worth at Bolton following a torrid time on the injury front.

More: Swiss star up for battle |

Striker linked with £4m switch

Bolton are being linked with a £4million swoop for Israeli international striker Elyaniv Barda as they look to bolster their attack.

More: Striker linked with £4m switch |

Albion bid for Meite

West Bromwich Albion are reported to have made a £1.5million bid for Bolton's wantaway defender Abdoulaye Faye.

More: Albion bid for Meite |

Riga face Trotters bow delay

Bolton face a legal battle with Spanish side Levante before they will be able to field new signing Mustapha Riga.

More: Riga face Trotters bow delay |

Steinsson ready to progress

Gretar Steinsson says Bolton's successful battle against relegation last season has helped him develop as a Premier League player.

More: Steinsson ready to progress |

Sunderland wrap up Diouf

Sunderland have completed the signing of El-Hadji Diouf from Bolton after the player penned a four-year deal.

More: Sunderland wrap up Diouf |

Riga signs for Bolton

Bolton have completed the signing of Mustapha Riga who has penned a three-year deal at the Reebok Stadium.

More: Riga signs for Bolton |

Megson back in for Royals ace

Bolton are ready to up their bid for Reading midfielder James Harper as El-Hadji Diouf closes in on a switch to Sunderland.

More: Megson back in for Royals ace |

Diouf undergoes Black Cats medical

Bolton striker El-Hadji Diouf is undergoing a medical at Sunderland as he closes in on a switch to the Stadium of Light.

More: Diouf undergoes Black Cats medical |

Meite switch link resurfaces

West Brom continue to be linked with a swoop for Bolton defender Abdoulaye Meite despite Tony Mowbray recently denying his interest.

More: Meite switch link resurfaces |

Diouf bidders revealed

Sunderland are reported to be closing in on a £2.5million swoop for Bolton striker El-Hadji Diouf, who has expressed a desire to leave.

More: Diouf bidders revealed |

Trotters striker attracts possible suitor

Gary Megson has confirmed that Bolton have received an offer for striker El-Hadji Diouf but refused to disclose the club's identity.

More: Trotters striker attracts possible suitor |

No hard feelings - Campo

Former Bolton midfielder Ivan Campo has insisted that there are no longer any hard feelings between himself and the Trotters.

More: No hard feelings - Campo |

Bolton Riga close to new signing

Bolton are closing in on the signing of in-demand winger Mustapha Riga from Levante according to reports in Spain.

More: Bolton Riga close to new signing |

Riki to see out Depor contract

Deportivo La Coruna's highly-rated striker Riki has declared he has no interest in quitting Spain's La Liga to join Bolton.

More: Riki to see out Depor contract |

Megson hints at Meite stay

Bolton manager Gary Megson is sticking to his strict policy of not allowing defender Abdoulaye Meite leave the Reebok on the cheap.

More: Megson hints at Meite stay |

Al Habsi open to offers

Ali Al Habsi has cast doubt on his future at Bolton by revealing he would consider offers to leave the Reebok.

More: Al Habsi open to offers |

Dutch striker swoop fails

Bolton have failed with a bid of £320,000 for Levante forward Mustapha Riga after the Spanish club threw it out.

More: Dutch striker swoop fails |

Boss delighted with new boys

Bolton boss Gary Megson is delighted with the signings of Fabrice Muamba and Johan Elmander and says they will add another dimension.

More: Boss delighted with new boys |

Megson told transfer deadline

Bolton have been told by Reading they have three weeks to make a move for James Harper or the midfielder is not for sale.

More: Megson told transfer deadline |

Megson targets striker signing

Bolton are reported to be locked in talks with Levante forward Mustapha Riga with a view to bringing him to England.

More: Megson targets striker signing |

Trotters locked in defender talks

Bolton are still locked in talks with Hull over a deal for Abdoulaye Meite but the Tigers are refusing to pay over the odds.

More: Trotters locked in defender talks |

Defenders future unclear

Defender Abdoulaye Meite, who has been told he has no future with Bolton, remains in limbo as no suitable offers have been made.

More: Defenders future unclear |

Romanian defender targetted

Bolton may be about to sign defender Dorin Goian from Romanian giants Steaua Bucharest in a deal worth around £4million.

More: Romanian defender targetted |

Defender fee stalemate

Bolton are refusing to sell Abdoulaye Meite on the cheap and have told West Brom they will have to pay £3million.

More: Defender fee stalemate |

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