Kevin Nolan has backed the
appointment of Sammy Lee as Bolton's new manager, as he claims the
former England international can take his game
forward.
Nolan has played his entire Bolton career under the tutelage of Sam
Allardyce, but a new regime swept into The Reebok Stadium at the
start of the week when Lee was named the new manager.
Nolan feels Allardyce deserves a place in Bolton folklore, but is
happy with the club's decision to promote from within.
"He has been absolutely brilliant as an assistant manager," Nolan
told the website. "I always thought he had that step up in him and
he has got that chance now.
"I am looking forward to it as he will bring fresh ideas and will
make me a better player."
Lee's first act was to name Gary Speed as player-coach and this
decision has also met favour with midfield star Nolan.
"I think it was a smart move by Sammy as I think Speedo will be
fantastic for us," added Nolan.
Commenting on Allardyce, Nolan added: "Getting us into the
Premiership and establishing us there, leading us to a cup final he
has got to be remembered as one of the great managers, but it has
gone now."
