David Wheater is ready to fill the void at Bolton Wanderers left by Chelsea target Gary Cahill.

Cahill's likely move to Chelsea should give a chance for Wheater to revive a career that has stalled somewhat since the dizzy heights of 2008 when Fabio Capello had the then Middlesbrough man on the bench for two England matches.

The 24-year-old centre-back has vowed to grab the chance with both hands.

Wheater said: "I want to be playing and if Gaz does go I will miss him as he's a good friend of mine, but it means there is a chance to get in the team and hopefully stay there.

"It has been stop and start for me this season. I was in the team and then got a red card and was out of it so hopefully I can stay in the team now."