The Latics will have a big say in the destination of the title this weekend when they take on his old club Manchester United at the JJB Stadium.

Steve Bruce's team are guaranteed safety following their superb victory at Aston Villa, while United will almost certainly retain their crown if they win, even if Chelsea beat Bolton, given their superior goal difference.

And although Wigan chairman Dave Whelan does not agree with Newcastle manager Keegan that the Premier League is "boring", he is pressing for the rules to be altered.

He wants all clubs, big and small, to get the same cash from TV and prize money, which is worth £750m a year.

"I understand what Kevin is getting at," said Whelan.

"We know next year one of the top four is going to win the title.

"Is that sport? No, you need some excitement in sport and expectations.

"I am constantly fighting with the Premier League to get the money distributed more evenly and we all get the same share.

"If the clubs in the top four get extra money for going into the Champions League good luck to them, they deserve it.

"But the money in the Premier League should be split equally between the 20 teams."