FORMER Wanderers goalkeeping coach Fred Barber has plans to open a permanent academy in Bolton.

Weekly coaching sessions will be held from this month to help young players aged eight to 18 develop their skills.

The first event will be held at Westhoughton Leisure on Friday, September 22, followed by another on Thursday, September 28 at Ladybridge FC.

Barber was instrumental in launch of top goalkeeping careers for the likes of Jussi Jaaskelainen, Ali Al-Habsi, Adam Bogdan, Tomasz Kuszczak and Raphel Spiegel and his popular courses have been held for several years across the North West.

Barber will be assisted by current Crewe Alexandra shot-stoppers Dave Richards and Ben Garratt and ex-Hartlepool keeper Jonathan Barber.

Ran in conjunction with the Pro Soccer Academy, places can be booked by calling Mark on 07736 354 637 or emailing coachme@pro-soccercoaching.academy.