Bolton Wanderers are eager to sign Celtic striker Johnny Kenny permanently, but face fresh competition from Millwall. The 23-year-old Irishman has been impressing on loan with the Trotters, scoring seven goals and providing three assists in 32 games for Celtic. Kenny's spell with Bolton Wanderers has confirmed his abilities on the senior stage, and he looks primed for a Championship chance.
Why Millwall are keen to sign Celtic striker Johnny Kenny
Millwall are joining the chase for Kenny, who has been held in high regard for a while. After an encouraging breakthrough with Sligo Rovers, he impressed in the Celtic academy ranks and in spells out on loan, confirming his abilities on the senior stage. Kenny fits the Lions' recruitment profile well and can bolster their attacking ranks.
What comes next for Bolton Wanderers?
Bolton Wanderers will have to weigh up their options as they prepare for the new campaign. The club has already signed one striker in Tairyk Arconte, and if Kenny joins too, they will have four senior centre forwards on the books alongside a handful of youngsters. This could block the route to the first-team for prospects like Ajay Matthews and Zak Lovelace.
Bolton Wanderers' transfer plans
Bolton Wanderers are eager to sign Kenny permanently, but face fresh competition from Millwall. The club will have to decide whether to pursue Kenny or look for other options in the transfer market. With the new campaign just around the corner, the Trotters will be looking to strengthen their squad and make a push for promotion.
Bolton Wanderers' squad depth
Bolton Wanderers have already signed one striker in Tairyk Arconte, and if Kenny joins too, they will have four senior centre forwards on the books alongside a handful of youngsters. This could block the route to the first-team for prospects like Ajay Matthews and Zak Lovelace. The club will have to weigh up their options and decide whether to pursue Kenny or look for other options in the transfer market.
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