It's a cliche, but it really was like telepathy between us. He was intelligent, he was a lethal finisher, and we knew where the other one would be all the time': Championship cult hero highlights relationship with lethal strike partner

Nathan Ellington recalls his pivotal move to Wigan Athletic in 2002 from Bristol Rovers, a decision filled with uncertainty but fueled by the club's ambition. He joined a dynamic group of talents including Andy Liddell and Leighton Baines, who played crucial roles in their ascent to the Premier League. As Ellington progressed through the ranks, he learned valuable lessons from his teammates and experienced firsthand the challenges and triumphs of football's unpredictable journey.

"When I joined Wigan, I soon realised just how ambitious they were. The owner and the gaffer were talking about reaching the Premier League, and when I started training with the lads I could see why."

"The squad had a cracking group of players, like Andy Liddell, who taught me so much about finishing and young Leighton Baines, who had such a sweet left foot."

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