After a positive start to the season things have gone downhill really quickly for Bolton who now find themselves second from bottom in the table.

Many expected Phil Parkinson's side to struggle after they remarkably preserved their Championship status last season thanks to two very late goals against Nottingham Forest.

The lack of resources at the club means they struggle to compete with many in the second-tier when it comes to finances and it was always going to be battle for the Trotters.

However, they will still feel confident about survival, although January could be a very important month for the former Bradford boss who will need to wheel and deal.

It's clear new faces are required to help the struggling group and that will also mean others are likely to leave.

Here we look at TWO players who will surely move on in the New Year...

The right-sided defender has lost his place in the team this season and often fails to make the squad for Parkinson, which suggests he's not really needed.

Having regularly played for sides over the course of his career, the 30-year-old can't be enjoying this situation and will be open to moving.

Given that, a transfer could suit all parties.

Another who has barely featured this season is former Leeds midfielder Murphy.

He signed a two-year deal with the club in the summer but he will already be having doubts as he seems a long way from the first-team.

Murphy is another who will be keen to play regularly, so again a transfer could suit all involved.