Bolton takeover to happen by Monday

The news could end months of uncertainty at the Macron Stadium. Credit: Picture: Peter Byrne

Bolton Wanderers manager Neil Lennon says he's confident the club will secure a takeover before their date with the High Court on Monday.

He's told Granada Reports correspondent Chris Hall that he could soon have money available to strengthen his squad for the rest of the season and paid tribute to the club's financial advisor Trevor Birch for stabilising the club.

Wanderers are due before the High Court on Monday to face a winding up order over an unpaid tax bill worth £3million It's believed they'll be given more time to allow the completion of the takeover.