Bolton Wanderers boss Ian Evatt makes officials request in update on MK Dons referee complaint

Ian Evatt wants to see greater communication with referees and officials outside of matchdays for greater consistency and understanding around decisions as he revealed a complaint levelled against Sebastian Stockbridge is now in the hands of the authorities.

Evatt alleged that match referee Stockbridge made comments during the 2-0 loss on the road to MK Dons last weekend which the Wanderers camp deem as 'not acceptable' in terms of their nature.

The Bolton boss had suggested the complaints could be reported and taken further, though the referee did apologise for whatever was said at Stadium MK.

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Speaking ahead of today's clash against Gillingham, Evatt revealed that a complaint was made but that as far as he is concerned, the matter is closed and in the hands of the relevant authorities, should they wish to act.

The Bolton boss has called for greater consistency among officials as a team, which includes fourth officials who managers typically have the most dialogue with in matches owing to being on the touchline between the dugouts.

Evatt revealed the approach of fourth officials varies from game to game and that some are helpful one week, and that others are not the following matchday.

The Wanderers manager is well aware of the difficulties surrounding the job, but he wants there to be greater consistency and teamwork displayed by the officiating group on matchdays.

Evatt said: "We made a complaint and scored the referee and as far as I am concerned, that is the matter done. The authorities can do the rest.

“There has to be consistency. I think in some games you see fourth officials wanting to help referees