Or perhaps Big Sam was at Wigan, rather than Leeds, putting the transfer wheels in motion.Baines missed the match, and all Wigan would say was "Leighton Baines was not in Wigan's squad due to a hamstring injury".
The truth or a smoke screen? Nevertheless fuelling speculation about a move away from the JJB Stadium to either Newcastle or Everton.
Jason Koumas scored both goals as Wigan beat Leeds 2-1. Over 7,000 fans turned up, and it shows how far Leeds have fallen ... five clubs in League One (their new home) couldn't even fit 7,000 in!
As for our ex-Toon stars ... Titus Bramble (pictured) played the entire match, and Antoine Sibierski replaced Emile Heskey at half-time.
Koumas put the Premier League side in front just a minute before the interval, slotting home after good work from Emile Heskey.