Latics' ticket office are reporting a significant increase in the uptake of tickets ahead of Joe Royle's first game as Latics' new manager.

Tranmere are the visitors on Saturday and office staff have been busy with personal callers and sales made via the online ticketing system.

Latics officials are expecting a bumper crowd and the club have reiterated that the large section of the Leesfield Developments Stand is available for home supporters.

Fans are also reminded that savings of up to £2 can be made by booking in advance, so make sure of your seat today ahead of Big Joe's emotional return!

A club spokesman said: "We hope Latics fans everywhere will flock down to Boundary Park on Saturday to welcome the new manager back home.

"Joe's arrival seems to have captured the imagination of the whole town and a big crowd would be a fantastic way to honour his return."