Quote: Geoff "That's an excellent signing, IMO, assuming his shoulder has healed OK. Competition for places is always a good thing, as is cover for injuries. I reckon he'd be pretty near top of the list if a replacement for HH or Faz is needed.'"
That's a big IF on Bateman's injury record. Yes, I know he's been highly rated at academy level and is still young enough to shake it off and go on to do great things in the game and I'm sad to see another of our academy lads turn his back on the club. But he's yet to manage a full season without picking up a long term injury.
If Wigan can keep him fit, you've got a potential future captain on your hands, both of club and country. If not, well he's your problem now.
Oh, and he supports the EDL, make of that what you will.