Coyle confirmed as Bolton boss

Bolton Wanderers named Owen Coyle as their new manager on Friday, less than a week after he left Premier League neighbours Burnley.

Coyle, 43, who played for Bolton in the mid-1990s, takes over at the Reebok Stadium from Gary Megson who was sacked on December 30.

Bolton lie 18th in the league and are facing relegation.

Bolton confirmed the appointment on their website with Coyle commenting: ‘I am absolutely delighted to be back at Bolton Wanderers.

‘I look forward to the opportunity of bringing the good times back to the club for everyone.’