Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher confirms position over fringe player’s future amid recent friendly omission

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Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher has admitted Joel Randall is not in his plans after he was absent from the squad against Fleetwood Town. Bolton Wanderers faced Fleetwood Town as they ramped up their preparations for their return to the Championship, but they were without Joel Randall. Earlier in July, Randall was handed an opportunity to return to Bolton Wanderers, with playing time seemingly a real possibility. Speaking to The Bolton News, Schumacher revealed that Joel Randall is no longer in his plans at Bolton Wanderers. Bolton Wanderers and Joel Randall need a clean break this summer.