Burnley confirm Bolton approach for Coyle
Burnley boss Owen Coyle is a target for managerless Bolton Wanderers
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Managerless Bolton Wanderers have made an official approach for Owen Coyle, Burnley have confirmed.
In response to intense speculation in the media, the Clarets released a brief statement saying Coyle - who played for Bolton in the 1990s - had been given permission to speak to the Trotters' board.
Talks have apparently already taken place between Coyle and Bolton, with Burnley chairman Barry Kilby set to discuss the managerial situation at Turf Moor "following Coyle's return from Scotland tonight (Monday)".
"Burnley Football Club can now confirm that manager Owen Coyle has held discussions with Bolton Wanderers FC over the vacant manager's position at the Reebok Stadium," the statement said.
"Burnley Football Club will not make any further comment at this time."
Coyle distanced himself from speculation that he was being lined up as the new Scotland national team manager following George Burley's sacking in November, saying he was in the middle of a long-term project at Burnley.
However, it appears the Scot's head has been turned by the opportunity to work with Bolton chairman Phil Gartside at the Reebok Stadium where he would replace Gary Megson who was sacked last week.