John Somerville (1868–1917) was a Scottish footballer and manager, serving in both capacities, as well as that of secretary, for Bolton Wanderers.
When Frank Brettell left the club in 1898,[4] Somerville was made secretary-player, on retirement becoming secretary-manager (leading the team to the 1904 FA Cup Final, again resulting in defeat) and eventually becoming the club's first full-time manager in 1908.
Under Somerville, the club were promoted to the First Division on three separate occasions and relegated four times.
During the season that Bolton were relegated the fourth time (1909–10), Somerville stepped down, being replaced by Will Settle.
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