Geordie Anderson, on his debut after joining from Blackburn Rovers, scored Blackpool's goal.

United acquired David May from Blackburn Rovers early on in the season.

Hislop's role further came under threat when new manager Kenny Dalglish opted to purchase a former player of his own from Blackburn Rovers.

Wright was signed from Blackburn Rovers for a fee of £1,000,000 in February 1995, brought to the club by then Villa manager Brian Little.

His versatility and composure on the ball led to interest from Blackburn Rovers in 1996 who had won the Premier League title in the previous season.

"I missed a chance today, but none of us are perfect," said Djordic, before reflecting on Barry Ferguson's imminent return from Blackburn Rovers.

At the time he was receiving £1 a week from Blackburn Rovers.

He scored a couple against them on his debut two years ago after Pearson signed him from Blackburn Rovers.

In January, veteran defender Graham Hawkins was signed as a player-coach from Blackburn Rovers for £6,000.

Directions to Brockhall from Blackburn Rovers website.