Ian Evatt pinpoints the quality Bolton Wanderers seek in January transfer window striker search

The Trotters dominated proceedings at the University of Bolton Stadium particularly in the first half where chances fell for Eoin Doyle and George Thomason but opposing goalkeeper Josh Griffiths kept Wanderers at bay.

Wanderers have already added two new additions to the squad in the form of experienced former Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Kieran Lee and Swansea City defender Declan John on loan. Evatt has confirmed that more acquisitions will be coming this month, with the Wanderers manager previously admitting other options in the forward areas of the pitch are being targeted.

The Trotters return to the University of Bolton Stadium and will take on the Robins aiming to do the double over Michael Duff's side. When these two sides met last month, Wanderers emerged on top thanks to Ryan Delaney's late winner.

The Trotters made more than 20 acquisitions over the summer transfer window and Evatt had to build up a new squad after a turnover of players took place.

Bolton with just Gilks and Matthew Alexander as recognised goalkeepers if that should happen. Discussions with the Cod Army remain ongoing, the Bolton boss has recently said and has put a timeframe on when a decision could be made.

The Trotters have played much of this season with a back three, which has mostly consisted of a combination of the likes of Ricardo Almeida Santos, Ryan Delaney, Alex Baptiste, Harry Brockbank, and Reiss Greenidge.

The Trotters went behind when Ricardo Almeida Santos put through his own net midway through the second half. But Wanderers rallied and fought back to draw level through substitute Arthur Gnahoua who came off the bench to score a leveller.After the game, Bolton boss Ian Evatt spoke to the press and here's his immediate reaction.It was a hard fought point. What did you make of it?“I didn’t think there was a great deal in it.

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.

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.

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 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 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