Wigan Athletic: Hugo Rodallega 2008-09 Premiership Stats

Hugo Rodallega Martinez, the subject of a £4.5 million transfer in January, arrived at Wigan Athletic as then-manager Steve Bruce's newest recruit from Central and South America, joining the existing ensemble of Antonio Valencia, Maynor Figueroa and Wilson Palacios.

Originating from his native club of Deportivo Quindio, Rodallega departed Columbia to enlist in the squad of Mexico’s Monterrey in 2006 having merited the richly-deserved status as the all-time top goalscorer of the South American U20 Championship. However, it wasn’t until Necaxa swooped for his assumingly-surplus services that he truly blossomed and rediscovered the goalscoring finesse of an endowed striker – a commendable tally of 25 goals in 53 appearances which enticed the watchful eyes from across the Atlantic.

"I believe this lad can be a big success, he is quick and strong, with an eye for goal and I am convinced he can adapt to the pace and physicality of the English Premier League," said Steve Bruce in the January transfer window.

Rodallega’s statistics from the 2008-2009 Premiership season reads as 3 goals, 0 assists and 12 shots on target from 987 minutes of match play.