 In 2008, he found new fame through repeated references to "Fraser Digby's washbag" on Danny Baker's "6–0–6" programme on BBC Radio 5 Live.Digby was a Manchester United apprentice, making his League debut whilst on loan at Oldham Athletic in 1985, joining Swindon Town on a free transfer in December 1986 after two loan spells.Digby, who represented England schools, youth and under-21s, did not leave Swindon until 1998.