Tallest player in the world
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Bolton have already enjoyed one minor success with their two Chinese trialists in getting the pair accustomed to life in England.
As part of their recently-established co-operation agreement with Chinese Superleague side Wuhan FC, Bolton have invited giant striker Yang Changpeng and midfielder Zhou Liao to train with the club's academy for the next month.
However, Bolton academy director Chris Sulley, who spotted the pair at a coaching session in China earlier this year, admits there have been some teething troubles as the pair adapt to their new surroundings.
"They had a bit of a problem with the diet and accepting western food," he said.
"Generally, they weren't eating a great deal at their landlord's. I think it was more out of politeness than anything else. Thankfully, they are now eating him out of house and home, so that is one barrier brought down at least."
At 6ft 9ins, Yang is acknowledged to be the tallest professional player in the world, two inches taller than England's own beanpole frontman Peter Crouch.
Fellow 17-year-old Zhou shows equal promise as an attacking midfield player.
As part of their recently-established co-operation agreement with Chinese Superleague side Wuhan FC, Bolton have invited giant striker Yang Changpeng and midfielder Zhou Liao to train with the club's academy for the next month.
However, Bolton academy director Chris Sulley, who spotted the pair at a coaching session in China earlier this year, admits there have been some teething troubles as the pair adapt to their new surroundings.
"They had a bit of a problem with the diet and accepting western food," he said.
"Generally, they weren't eating a great deal at their landlord's. I think it was more out of politeness than anything else. Thankfully, they are now eating him out of house and home, so that is one barrier brought down at least."
At 6ft 9ins, Yang is acknowledged to be the tallest professional player in the world, two inches taller than England's own beanpole frontman Peter Crouch.
Fellow 17-year-old Zhou shows equal promise as an attacking midfield player.
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