Felix Magath has promised Ryan Runnicliffe he will be given the chance to prove his worth at Fulham next season.

The January arrival from Manchester United made just two appearances for the Cottagers before being sent out on loan by Magath following the German's appointment in SW6.

However, Tunnicliffe failed to impress at Wigan, making just five appearances during his three months at the DW Stadium.

The 21-year-old was handed a surprise cameo in Sunday's 2-2 draw at Manchester United after his loan spell at the Latics came to an end.

"I'm sorry I had to put players like Tunnicliffe out of the team in February," said Magath. "The squad was too big so I had to send some away.

"Now he's back. Everybody gets a chance with me. At that time I wasn't able to give him a chance, but now the situation is different so I thought why not?            

"He will get his chance, like others, in the next season too."