NEWCASTLE'S home defeat by Blackburn on Saturday has increased the pressure on Graeme Souness.
That has again put the focus on Wanderers boss Allardyce, who rejected Newcastle's overtures 16 months ago but is still being touted as a possible Toon target.
Skipper Kevin Nolan believes the Bolton boss is happy where he is, but wonders for how long.
"Obviously we don't want to lose him," he said. "The only good thing is that we are in a better situation in league terms than Newcastle "He's got it very cushy here. He really enjoys it, he's settled. So, hopefully, that will be a massive factor if he (Shepherd, the Newcastle chairman) does come calling.
"Hopefully it will keep him at Bolton for the next couple of years."
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