Bolton Wanderers are considering a move for Daryl Dike after his exit from West Brom. The 26-year-old American striker is available on a free transfer.

What happened?

Dike joined West Brom in a £7m deal from Orlando City in 2022 but failed to live up to expectations due to injury problems. He made just 64 appearances in the Championship across four-and-a-half campaigns.

Why it matters for Bolton Wanderers

The future of Mason Burstow is uncertain, and Dike could be a strong presence to lead the line for Steven Schumacher's side. His aerial ability is among the best in the Championship, winning 4.88 duels in the air per 90 last season.

What comes next?

Any move for Dike would be a gamble due to his fitness issues, but he could be an upgrade technically on Sam Dalby. Bolton Wanderers need Championship experience to cope with the step up from League One. Dike at his best has shown he can score goals at this level. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | Duels in the air per 90 | 4.88 | | Duels on the ground per 90 | 7.01