Greek Close To Signing

Last updated : 27 June 2005 By Matt Bottom
Bolton Wanderers are closing in on Greek defender Sotirios Kyrgiakos. The Lancashire club have been monitoring Kyrgiakos' situation for many months now and have pounced after the full back failed to complete a permanent switch to SPL league Champions Rangers.

The 25 year old spent some time on loan at the Scottish club last season and reports emerging suspect Rangers weren't prepared to pay the asking price for the Greece International.

Sam Allardyce confirmed interest in the player on Sunday, "We've been watching what he is doing with great interest,"

"It's fair to say he has interested me for a while."