Tanner left Blackburn at the end of the 2015/2016 season after five years with the club. He spent some time on trial at in the off-season Burton, but has now joined Bolton on a temporary basis.

The 19-year old from Sydney has represented Australia at youth level.

FourFourTwo understands Tanner has registered for Bolton's Under-23s side until the club's tranfer embargo is lifted and they can sign players again.

On Monday he scored for the Under-23s in their 1-1 draw against Bristol City in the opening game of the season.