Bolton sign David Wheater

Bolton have announced the signing of defender David Wheater from Middlesbrough for an undisclosed fee.

Wheater has agreed a three-and-a-half-year contract and he has already joined his new teammates at Bolton.

Bolton have reportedly agreed to pay £2.3 million up front, with another £1.5 million based on appearances.

“First and foremost we are absolutely delighted to get a player of David’s quality into Bolton. The hunger that he has shown in wanting to come to the football club has been first class.

“There has been a lot of competition for his signature and again this shows a willingness on our behalf to invest in young players,” Bolton boss Coyle said.

“The club have parted with good money to secure the services of a very talented player who has been involved with England squads before.

“We want him to be involved at that level again and to do that he will have to play well for Bolton Wanderers, however he has arrived here with a real desire to achieve that.

“He has a great character as well. He will integrate into the group straight away and it all adds to the fantastic spirit that we have within the squad.”