Wanderers Target New Striker as Hardie Heads to Huddersfield; Kenny Next?

Bolton Wanderers are on the hunt for a new striker as they prepare for the January transfer deadline. With the clock ticking down to 7 PM, their focus has shifted away from recently targeted player Ryan Hardie, who is set to join Huddersfield Town.

Hardie’s Transfer to Huddersfield

The 28-year-old forward, currently sidelined due to a knee injury, has not played since mid-December. Despite this setback, Bolton had been keen to secure Hardie’s services and believed he could contribute to their promotion efforts once fully fit.

However, given the good form of existing strikers Sam Dalby and Mason Burstow, Wanderers reconsidered their approach. This decision has opened the door for Huddersfield to potentially finalize a permanent deal for Hardie.

Wanderers’ New Striker Target

In light of this shift in strategy, the focus at Bolton has turned to Celtic’s Johnny Kenny. The young striker has made 22 appearances this season and has scored six goals for the Scottish champions. Reports suggest that Kenny’s involvement with the Celtic squad may dwindle following the addition of new attacking players.

• Current Club: Celtic
• Appearances: 22
• Goals Scored: 6

Bolton had previously expressed interest in Kenny before opting to secure Marcus Forss from Middlesbrough. With Forss currently injured, the need for another striker has intensified. Kenny is fit and available, making a possible transfer efficient for all involved.

Conclusion

As the transfer deadline approaches, the Wanderers are actively seeking to strengthen their squad. With Hardie likely heading to Huddersfield and Johnny Kenny emerging as a prime target, Bolton aims to secure the best options for their promotion campaign.