Megson takes Trotters post
25 Oct 2007 - 17:12:02
Premier League strugglers Bolton Wanderers have confirmed the appointment of Gary Megson as their new manager on a two-and-a-half-year contract.
Megson had only been in charge at Leicester City for just over a month before being approached by the Trotters, after they dispensed with the services of Sammy Lee.
Trotters chairman Phil Gartside told the club's official website: "We have been able to interview a number of quality candidates and have taken into consideration all the factors which we consider applicable for the post and, after due consideration, decided to offer the post to Gary Megson.
"We feel Gary is the right man to take Bolton Wanderers forward.
"I have paid particular attention to his career and he has demonstrated to me that he is prepared to roll his sleeves up and has the right temperament for a battle, which this season is undoubtedly going to be.
"We have made decisive decisions over the past few weeks and this is one of them. It is not about me, Gary Megson or any other individual, it is all about Bolton Wanderers surviving in the Premier League.
"We have to be fully focussed on the task ahead to make sure we achieve immediate success.
"I have spoken to the staff and the players and we are all committed to get behind Gary and turn our fortunes around."
Megson started his managerial career with Norwich City and has also had spells in charge at Blackpool, Stockport County, Stoke City, West Bromwich Albion and Nottingham Forest.