Blackpool boss Ian Evatt has told Josh Bowler he cannot afford to carry mavericks in the club's relegation fight. Evatt recognises the creative talent of the mercurial former Nottingham Forest player but wants to see more from him defensively. "The minute they leave and they play as a team and they work as a team, they win the Champions League. "Josh is a really nice lad, very emotional I would say, and he needs support. He needs support from me, support from his teammates and support from the supporters.

Source: BBC February 25, 2026 21:16 UTC