Assessing Bolton's squad ahead of January transfer window and where Wanderers could strengthen

Wanderers went a lick of paint to grabbing an equaliser, though the Trotters were reduced to 10 men late on when Reiss Greenidge was shown a second yellow card.But Evatt's side are now not in action until Tuesday, January 12, when they are on the road against Exeter City. With the January transfer window now open, the Trotters are poised to add to their squad with Evatt confirming a loan deal for a player is due to be announced on Wednesday.

Wanderers manager Ian Evatt as to whether this was a tactical move - but the Wanderers manager confirmed this was not the case. With Greater Manchester and the North West now placed in tier 4 of national coronavirus restrictions, Evatt confirmed the move was purely part of protocols to reduce the risk posed by the virus and was a health and safety measure.

the Trotters have now lost three home games on the spin after George Francomb's second half goal proved to be the difference between the two sides at the University of Bolton Stadium.

The Trotters are working to bring players in over the course of the next month. One deal which is close to getting over the line is that for former Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Kieran Lee.

Wanderers are closing in on finalising a deal for former Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Kieran Lee. Evatt also believes the club is close to confirming a loan deal for a player, which is expected to be announced early this month.Though Evatt has not named the player in question, there has been speculation that Swansea City defender Declan John is wanted by Wanderers on loan.

The Trotters start the year at the University of Bolton Stadium with a League Two clash against John Yems' side. It will Bolton's first game for a week after the home clash against Morecambe was suspended earlier this week following a coronavirus outbreak in the Shrimps camp.

Wanderers boss has previously said that he feels the squad is three to four players light. And work has been taking place to ensure new arrivals come into the squad.

Wanderers on a season-long loan deal from Championship side Luton Town over the summer. Since his move, Kioso has established himself in the League Two side's starting XI and has become Ian Evatt's first choice selection at right wing-back.

Wanderers manager Ian Evatt has remained tight lipped on the prospect of signing John ahead of the transfer window opening.So who is the defender that is reportedly wanted by Wanderers and who appears not to have a future at the Championship club?The Welshman was born in Merthyr Tydfil in 1995 and came through the ranks at Cardiff City.John made two appearances for the club in the 2012/12 campaign with games in the League Cup and the FA Cup.He made his league debut for the Bluebirds in the

The Trotters play their final game of 2020 when the Shrimps travel to the University of Bolton Stadium.

the Trotters are poised to be active in the market. Wanderers boss Evatt has previously mentioned that he feels the Bolton squad is 'three of four' players light.One of these areas appears to be in central midfield, a gap 32-year-old Lee could fill and has been training with the League Two side recently.

the Trotters wish to sign the Wales international on loan.

Wanderers manager Evatt has previously said that he feels the squad is 'three or four' players light. An area which could be reinforced in the centre forward department.

Wanderers were 2-0 down and had a penalty appeal not entertained by referee Ross Joyce.

the Trotters added their second towards the end through Nathan Delfouneso, before Peter Kioso nodded home a dramatic late leveller before the break. The wing-back was later sent off for a second bookable offence.After the game, Wanderers manager Ian Evatt spoke to the press and here's some of the highlights of what he had to say.

the Trotters after some 10 months in the role. With the new job title - which has also seen Peter Atherton become Evatt's assistant manager - has come more responsibility for the Bolton boss.Not only are plans in place for the upcoming January transfer window where Wanderers are poised to be active, but preparations are also under way for next summer's business in the market.

The Trotters travel to Brunton Park aiming to bounce back from last weekend's defeat to Tranmere Rovers.Ian Evatt's side head into the encounter sitting 15th in the League Two table and take on a Cumbrians side currently in the top three. And Bolton will be aiming for a late Christmas present of three points when they take to the road tomorrow to close the gap between themselves and the play-offs, which currently stands at five points.

The Trotters sit 15th in the fourth tier of English football and have struggled to string together a set of consistent results so far this campaign. That was not the case in November though as five wins on the bounce in all competitions, including four in League Two, saw Bolton shoot up the table to the fringes of the play-offs.

Wanderers boss over the summer, signing a three year deal at the club after joining from Barrow.In light of the coronavirus pandemic, fans have not been able to attend the University of Bolton Stadium yet this season, meaning this current Wanderers squad is yet to play in front of their home support.And that too means that Evatt is yet to be unveiled to the home fans this season, with supporters having to watch matches via online streaming services for the foreseeable future.Having crafted a new

The Trotters aim to return to winning ways this weekend in League Two when they play Chris Beech's side at Brunton Park. Wanderers sit 15th in the table heading into the encounter, while Carlisle are third in one of the automatic promotion spots.