Lee unconcerned by rumours
28 Jun 2007 - 12:09:10
Bolton Wanderers boss Sammy Lee claims he is unconcerned with speculation linking some of his high-profile players with moves away from the Reebok Stadium.
Key trio Nicolas Anelka, El-Hadji Diouf and skipper Kevin Nolan have all been mentioned as possible summer departures, but the Trotters chief claims he isn't losing any sleep regarding the futures of any of his players.
Anelka has been linked with both Arsenal and Manchester United, Diouf is believed to be on former Wanderers boss Sam Allardyce's wish list at Newcastle United, while Nolan has emerged as a possible target for West Ham United.
"They are Bolton Wanderers football players," he told the Evening News. "There is nothing I can do about speculation and I fully expect them to start pre-season with us.
"Because we have quality players, people are always going to speculate."
Meanwhile, Lee claims he is excited about the prospect of seeing summer signings Jlloyd Samuel, Gavin McCann, Danny Guthrie, Gerald Cid and Zoltan Harsanyi in pre-season action.
"I think it's nice when you bring new players in that add a fresh impetus," he continued.
"They have qualities in abundance and will add freshness to our squad.
"There are an awful lot of qualities that they possess which will enhance our squad."
