Considered one of the club's brightest young prospects, Matty Phillips burst on to the scene at the end of the 2007/08 season - putting in some sparkling displays against Bradford City and Stockport County.

Despite having one year left of his youth team apprenticeship, Phillips has been allocated a squad number for the new season and is expected to feature in Peter Taylor's plans over the coming months. A pacey winger, 'Matty' is a constant thorn in the side of opposition defences with his speed and skill.