Gary Megson has been relieved of his duties as First Team Manager of Bolton Wanderers Football Club with immediate effect.

The decision has been taken in the light of the position the club finds itself in the Barclays Premier League at the halfway point of the season.

Assistant Manager Chris Evans and First Team Coach Steve Wigley will take charge of first team matters for the interim period.

The Club wishes to place on record its thanks to Gary Megson for his hard work and commitment to Bolton Wanderers during his tenure as Manager.