 At the end of the 2012–13 season, it was announced Tierney was not to be given a new contract, allowing him to look for other clubs on a free transfer.Following his release from Norwich City, Bolton Wanderers announced that Tierney would be joining the club when his contract with Norwich expired on 30 June 2013.He made his debut for Bolton in their 1-1 draw with Lancashire rivals Burnley on 3 August 2013.