DEREK STILLIE Former Scottish Under 21 keeper. Seized his chance after Roy Carroll joined Man Utd.

SCOTT GREEN Experienced defender, previously with Bolton. Netted against Town in a 2-2 draw last season.

JEFF KENNA A former Premiership title winner with Blackburn. Joined the Latics after a loan spell with Tranmere.

MATT JACKSON Newly arrived from Norwich City where he was skipper. Previously with Everton.

ARJAN DE ZEEUW Dutch-born Latics skipper. Widely regarded as the best defender in Division Two.

PETER KENNEDY Northern Ireland international. Dangerous left-sided player who specialises in corners and free kicks.

PAT McGIBBON Started out as a youngster at Old Trafford before moving on to Wigan in the summer of 1997.

IAN NOLAN Another member of Wigan's Northern Ireland club. Versatile defender who can play full back on either side.

PAUL DALGLISH Son of Kenny. The striker arrived at the JJB in the summer after a spell with Norwich City.

LEE McCULLOCH Record signing from Motherwell. Big, strong striker, good in the air.

ANDY LIDDELL Former Barnsley man who has performed well as an attacking midfielder or striker.

SIMON HOWARTH Wigan's top scorer with 10 goals. Great finisher. Started his career with Coventry City before switching to the JJB.

NEIL ROBERTS Welsh youngster who was particularly effective as a super sub last season during the Latics play-off push.

IAN KILFORD Bristol-born player who likes to push forward at every opportunity. Started his career with Nottingham Forest.