Bolton are hoping that Julio Baptista, the 35-year-old forward, will help them fight off relegation in the Championship. The former Brazil international is set to sign for Phil Parkinson's side as a free agent.
According to reports in The Sun, Baptista arrived at the Bolton club hotel after weeks of negotiating with chairman Ken Anderson and agent son Lee about a possible deal. Wanderers have been working under a transfer embargo but hope they get the nod to use Baptista from the Football League.
Trotters chief Phil Parkinson has wanted to add to his side’s attacking options following their promotion to the Championship.