Bolton's squad are not just playing for Premier League survival but also their futures, manager Owen Coyle has warned.
The Trotters currently sit at the foot of the table are five point from safety and according to Coyle if things do not improve soon the "10 to 12" players who are out of contract in the summer will not be offered new deals anytime soon.
"I can totally understand why my owner would be reluctant to be handing out new contracts - until they are earned," said Coyle.
"That in itself should be a huge incentive for those players."