Bolton Wanderers are interested in Bromely winger Ben Krauhaus but face competition from clubs in the Championship, according to Team Talk.
The Hayes Lane academy produced the 19-year-old, who has had successful loan stints at Walton & Hersham and Cray Wanderers. Less than a year ago, on Boxing Day, he made his National League debut at Southend, and he has been impressive ever since.
Many suitors have expressed interest in that form, including Ian Evatt’s Bolton. Krauhaus would be perfect to step into the Trotters’ B Team, which is designed to ease the transition from youth football to the first team, while he prepares for a spot on the first team. The winger and Millwall are reportedly being pursued by Swansea and Cardiff, two Welsh rivals; a move that wouldn’t significantly disrupt the young player’s life.
Rivals in League One Krauhaus, who has made 20 National League starts this season and scored two goals, is also credited to Derby County for having watched Charlton, who is only eight miles from his current club. It looks like a fascinating window for transfers.
Andy Woodman’s Bromley are impressing in the National League this season. They’re hunting a spot in the Football League and are currently second, eight points behind leaders Chesterfield, having played two matches more.
As for Evatt’s Bolton, they’re pushing for promotion to the Championship, a level they dropped out of five years ago. It’s been a tough ride for them, including a spell in the basement division, but under the former National League winning manager, they’ve made progress every season. They’re currently second in the table, three points behind leaders Portsmouth, with a game in hand.
Writer’s View
Krauhaus is hot property, but any suitor is buying potential, not the finished article. That’s why a move into League One might be a sensible option, as it would leave him closer to the first-team setup than somewhere like Swansea.
Bolton would be ideal. Their B Team structure makes it easier for gifted players to advance to the first team and is more similar to the old reserve team games, which provided competitive football alongside senior players recovering from injuries.
It could be argued, though, that the 19-year-old would be better off remaining where he is. He is a regular member of a strong team, and his development will only be aided if they qualify for the playoffs and he has a successful season.
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