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Fergal Harkin does not deal in hyperbole. So when the Sporting Director describes himself as "really, really pleased" with Wanderers' summer transfer business, it is worth listening. Speaking to Wanderers TV a fortnight after the window closed, Harkin reflected on a recruitment drive that touched almost every position in the squad and stretched the club's search across Europe, North America and Asia. "First of all, I'm glad it's over. It felt like it went on forever," he said.

Jack Bonham has signed a one-year contract extension with Bolton Wanderers. The goalkeeper joined the Whites from Stoke City in January 2026 and established himself as Steven Schumacher's number one almost immediately, making his debut in the derby victory against Wigan Athletic and holding the shirt for the rest of the campaign. "Easy decision," Bonham said. "Obviously off the back of the success we had last year, it was a no-brainer for me.

Gavin Bazunu has been named in the Republic of Ireland squad for the opening fixtures of their UEFA Nations League campaign. Heimir Hallgrímsson's side begin their Group B3 programme away to Kosovo on Thursday 24 September and face Israel three days later, before returning to Dublin to host Austria on Thursday 1 October and Israel on Sunday 4 October. It is Bazunu's first call-up since November 2025, when he travelled with the squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Portugal and Hungary.

Supporters may already recognise Xiomara ‘Xio’ Rodriguez from her appearances in Wanderers colours this season. Now it is time to properly introduce the versatile Mexican-American midfielder who joined the Whites during the summer and has been steadily establishing herself within Tom Cunniff’s squad. After missing a significant part of pre-season, Rodriguez has remained patient, worked hard on the training ground and gradually increased her involvement.

Everyone at Bolton Wanderers Football Club and Bolton Wanderers in the Community are deeply saddened by the passing of Councillor David Chadwick, Deputy Mayor of Bolton, who died on Wednesday morning. David served the people of Westhoughton for more than thirty years, sitting as a Westhoughton Town Councillor and as ward councillor for Westhoughton South, and holding roles including Cabinet Member for Transport and Chair of the Licensing Committee.

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Wanderers extended their lead at the top of the Professional Development League table with a resounding win in South London, writes Simon Marland. Julian Darby’s side overcame travel issues and a delayed kick-off to extend their 100 per cent record with a fourth successive victory. Millwall started the brighter and Luke Lomax made a great save in a one-on-one situation to deny a trialist and keep the scores level.

Club captain Eoin Toal returns to the international fold as the first two Whites receive a call-up by their countries. Toal missed Northern Ireland’s summer fixtures after being injured in last season’s League One play-offs but returns to Michael O’Neill’s squad for the start of a new Nations League campaign in an extended international break.

Make your return to the Toughsheet Community Stadium one to remember when Wanderers welcome Stoke City on Saturday 10 October, with Club Bolton hospitality available in the Lion of Vienna Suite and Vice President’s Suite. With the Whites back in front of their fantastic home support after the international break, there’s no better way to enjoy the action than with a premium matchday experience at the Toughsheet Community Stadium.