Why January transfer window is 'quick fix' for Bolton Wanderers as Ian Evatt pinpoints quality needed

The Trotters are on the road aiming for their first win of 2021 when they take on former boss Keith Hill's Super White Army.

Bolton boss has spoken after news of Zack Elbouzedi and Ben Jackson playing for Wanderers in last weekend's game against Cheltenham Town was leaked on social media ahead of the players been confirmed as signings by the club.

The Trotters have already been busy this transfer window with four new players signed so far. Ex-Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Kieran Lee and Swansea City defender Declan John have joined the League Two side.

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.

The Trotters have already been active in the market this month with the acquisition of Declan John on loan from Swansea City and former Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Kieran Lee on an 18-month deal.

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.

The Trotters have been active already in the market this month and have brought in free agent Kieran Lee after he impressed having trained at the club's Lostock training facility in recent weeks. The former Sheffield Wednesday man has signed an 18-month contract at the University of Bolton Stadium.

the Trotters this season in all competitions and scored three goals. Wanderers manager Ian Evatt explained ahead of tomorrow's trip to Exeter City that he had spoken to opposite number Nathan Jones late last week and the Luton boss had been happy for Kioso to stay with Bolton.

which is due to be announced tomorrow. As well as that, the Trotters are closing in on a deal to sign former Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Kieran Lee.

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.

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 are poised to be active in the market with incomings on the horizon. An experienced midfielder thought to be former Sheffield Wednesday man Kieran Lee has trained with the League Two club in recent weeks and talks are progressing over a potential deal for the free agent.

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 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 wish to sign the Wales international on loan.