New Bolton head coach Steven Schumacher is excited by the “potential” of his side and a possible Sky Bet League One promotion push despite the dramatic late 1-0 defeat at Reading. Wanderers dominated much of Schumacher’s first game in charge but 15-goal top scorer Aaron Collins

Bolton Wanderers should overlook Steven Schumacher's spell at Stoke City due to an array of mitigating circumstances at the Potters.

Bolton Wanderers have appointed former Plymouth Argyle and Stoke City boss Steven Schumacher as their head coach on a three-and-a-half-year deal. The 40-year-old takes over after the club parted company with former boss Ian Evatt earlier in January.

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

Bolton are looking for a new manager after the dismissal of Ian Evatt following a 2-1 home defeat by Charlton. Evatt spent four and a half years at the helm and betting sites are offering odds on his replacement.