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Bolton sign Levante striker Riga but face messy legal battle

have signed Levante striker Mustapha Riga but face a legal battle before he can play for Gary Megson’s side.

Riga is in dispute with his Spanish club after they failed to pay his wages for nine months.

Must have a go: Mustapha Riga of Levante (right) takes on Real Madrid's Miguel Torres

Must have a go: Mustapha Riga of Levante (right) takes on Real Madrid's Miguel Torres

He has penned a two-year deal with Bolton on the proviso he can join them as a free transfer.

Levante want a fee of £500,000 and the matter is expected to end up before a judge before his future is decided.

Meanwhile, West Brom are ready to make an improved £2m bid for Bolton defender Abdoulaye Meite.

 

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