Fabulous post, wouldn't disagree with much there.

I tend to think that Wigan have learnt from the last few seasons that there's no need to win each game then fall short at the business end of the season. There's not been a full 80 minute performance yet and I'm hoping the best is yet to come.

Obviously the injuries have had a massive impact and we have survived this pretty well. My main issue is the number of silly errors and lack of discipline.

I do have confidence in this team and Shaun Wane, think we can achieve if everyone plays to their ability.

Isa has been better than expected and Sam has really impressed me after such a long time out, so glad to have him back.

Gildart not as good as last year, would do him good to have a couple of games out maybe. I really miss Watching Micky Mac, hope to see him back before the end of the season. Ben Flower going well.

A couple of the more experienced players not performing, need to put more effort in - Joel & Moose.

Bateman has been awesome for me again this year, hope the issue surrounding him can be resolved & he can retain his place in the squad however if the club decides that he has to go then I will respect their decision but would be very sorry to see him go.

But who's tea towel ?

I certainly wouldn't want him exchanged for F-PN, though, whom Sticky Stuart is trying to rid of anyway.

Swap one of SL's brightest talents for a clapped-out has-been? No ta!

Agree. Think any deal for Bateman would have to involve cash as we would want at least the initial fee we've paid for him plus something for the amount of training and development he's received at Wigan. I'd say at least £200k. Although if Lineham is worth £125k it should be more like £3m.

Could't disagree more. Firstly we have only unsubstantiated rumours as to what may of happened. Secondly we have no idea of the events which led up to said incident which could offer a reason (not an excuse) as to what may have happened. Thirdly we have no idea if there is an underlying cause which may affect someones behavior. Finally and most importantly people make mistakes and providing they show a willingness to learn from mistakes and change then i believe they should be offered support not cast away.

Nothing to do with anything that may or may not have happened, just an example. Part of my job is to conduct investigations, establishing the root cause is the single most important part of it. People have many issues that affect their behavior, as long as the staff member shows willing we will support them through those issues we can work together to sort it out.

www.wigantoday.net/sport/wigan-w ... -1-7962683 It looks like the club are going to be letting us fans know what the hell's been going on. That said, I expect a very watered down, brief statement that will only add fuel to the "What Really Happened" question.

www.wigantoday.net/sport/wigan-w ... -1-7962683 It looks like the club are going to be letting us fans know what the hell's been going on. That said, I expect a very watered down, brief statement that will only add fuel to the "What Really Happened" question.

Has he been suspended during this time or has he been training?