They then finished one place and three points above the Third Division relegation zone in 1985–86, before rising into mid-table in 1986–87. He scored ten goals in 88 league games during his time at Gigg Lane.
In 1985–86, they finished one place and three points above the Third Division relegation zone. The following season, they rose to mid-table. During his tenure at Gigg Lane, he scored ten goals in 88 league games.