Bolton Wanderers begin Davies talks

Bolton Wanderers manager Dougie Freedman believes that Barnsley striker Craig Davies has the right credentials to strengthen his squad at the Reebok Stadium.

The 26-year-old has begun talks with Bolton over a potential move to the club after a fee was agreed with Barnsley, and Freedman has revealed that Davies is a player that he has kept an eye on for several years.

Freedman told BBC Radio Manchester: "He's a player I admire and I've tried to get him for a few years at my last club (Crystal Palace).

"He's someone with the right experience and potential that I want to bring to the football club. He's got experience of the division and he's hungry."

The Welsh international has scored eight goals for Barnsley this season.