Trotters warned off Megson
19 Oct 2007 - 12:56:18
Leicester City have confirmed that they have rejected an approach from Bolton Wanderers to speak to Gary Megson about their vacant managerial position.
Megson, who has only been in charge of the Foxes for just over a month, had been lined up by the Trotters after they were denied permission to speak to Birmingham City's Steve Bruce.
A statement from Leicester chairman Milan Mandaric confirmed: "Following widespread speculation in the media regarding Bolton Wanderers' interest in our manager, Gary Megson, I can confirm that the Premier League club approached us seeking official permission to speak to Gary.
"That approach has been completely rejected. Such interest and continuing media speculation has inevitably had an unsettling influence and is neither invited nor welcome.
"I have worked tirelessly to bring stability to this club and showed immense faith in Gary to bring him here after a sustained period out of the game.
"While interest from a Premier League club appears flattering and vindicates my decision to bring Gary to the Walkers Stadium, he remains an integral part of my plans to bring top-flight football back to this club
"Gary made a commitment to this football club, the supporters and myself and I fully expect him to honour that commitment.
"I therefore have no doubts in my own mind that Gary will reiterate his commitment when he talks publicly in the next 48 hours.
"It is also important to point out that contrary to claims today, Gary Megson has not spoken to Bolton Wanderers."