Wigan Athletic: August 2009 Archives

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez felt Everton were awarded a "soft" penalty in the 2-1 defeat at Goodison Park.

Former Wigan defender Leighton Baines struck from the penalty spot to hand Everton the win against his old club at Goodison Park.

Paul Scharner and Mohamed Diame are expected to retain their shirts from the Carling Cup defeat to Blackpool against Everton on Sunday.

Wigan are in talks with Celtic to sign Scott McDonald on a season-long loan, according to the striker's agent Willie McKay.

Roberto Martinez has told his fringe players they will get another chance to shine at Wigan but he would not accept poor standards.

Portsmouth have completed the signing of Wigan midfielder Michael Brown.

Roberto Martinez has now admitted that midfielder Michael Brown is set to leave Wigan for Premier League rivals Portsmouth.

Portsmouth are in talks with Wigan midfielder Michael Brown and have also been linked with Watford defender Mike Williamson.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has slammed his much-changed side after they lost 4-1 at Blackpool in the second round of the Carling Cup.

Marlon King is likely to start for Latics against Blackpool tonight as Hugo Rodallega, Charles N'Zogbia and Jordi Gomez are rested.

James McCarthy says he is ready to make his mark on the Wigan first team after making his debut for the Latics on Saturday.

Wigan are looking at Honduras international Carlos Costly and could make an offer of around £1million for the striker.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez feels midfielder Mohamed Diame can go on and "grace the Premier League".

Wigan have not yet made a move for Bristol City midfielder Marvin Elliott, according to Robins chairman Steve Lansdown.

Manchester United scored five goals in a dominant second-half display to thrash an unlucky Wigan side.

Wigan have finally signed Rayo Vallecano midfielder Mohamed Diame after a problem with his medical delayed the move.

Wigan winger Charles N'Zogbia has an ankle injury and is rated at 50:50 for the DW Stadium clash with Man Utd.

Wigan's former Swansea duo of Jason Scotland and Jordi Gomez are urging Ferrie Bodde to make the move to Latics.

Boss Roberto Martinez blamed Wigan's lack of creativity for their failure to get anything out of the DW Stadium clash with Wolves.

Wolves secured their first three points of the new campaign thanks to a solitary goal from Andy Keogh at the DW Stadium.

Wigan will step up their pursuit of Crystal Palace youngster Victor Moses by making a £2million offer for the Eagles striker.

Roberto Martinez will be without Oliver Kapo for the visit of Wolves while Charles N'Zogbia could also be out having picked up a knock.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has denied he is on collision course with Paul Scharner over his best position.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez hopes to sign Rayo Vallecano midfielder Mohamed Diame imminently and also wants up to three more players.

Boss Roberto Martinez admits Wigan are a selling club but insists he will use it to the Latics' benefit.

Wigan star Paul Scharner admits he could leave the club this summer because he wants to play in midfield and not defence.

A solid defensive performance from Wigan combined with an effective attacking display ensured a surprise opening day win at Villa Park.

Roberto Martinez expects new Wigan signing Antonio Amaya to make a seamless transition to the Premier League.

Rayo Vallecano are confident midfielder Mohamed Diame will join Wigan despite a medical revealing a heart problem.

Wigan new boys Jason Scotland and Jordi Gomez are set for Latics debuts at Aston Villa but Olivier Kapo is out with knee trouble.

Roberto Martinez believes the £6million fee Wigan received for midfielder Lee Cattermole from Sunderland represents good value.

French midfielder Mohamed Diame's proposed move to Wigan has been held up because of a reported heart scare picked up in his medical.

Sunderland have reportedly signed Lee Cattermole from Wigan in a deal said to be worth £6million.

Roberto Martinez says he is now closing in on completing deals for Antonio Amaya and Mohamed Diame ahead of the new season.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has admitted Sunderland's interest in Lee Cattermole is affecting the player amid reports of a £10m bid.

Wigan winger Olivier Kapo looks set for a return to French football before the transfer window shuts as Nice are said to want him.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez admits rumours over Lee Cattermole's future have created an air of uncertainty around the club.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is still hoping to add to his squad this summer but admits it is a "challenging time".

Swansea's Ferrie Bodde is set to stay at the club after Bolton and Wigan refused to match his £5million asking price.

Lee Cattermole's future at Wigan could be in doubt amid reports Latics have swooped to replace him with Rayo Vallecano's Mohamed Diame.

Wigan have signed Chelsea forward Scott Sinclair on a season-long loan deal to end their interest in Crystal Palace's Victor Moses.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has reportedly switched winger targets from Crystal Palace's Victor Moses to Scott Sinclair at Chelsea.

Hull could make up to five new signings this week with Stoke's Seyi Olofinjana and former Wigan striker Henri Camara amongst them.

Latest reports suggest Premier League outfit Wigan Athletic are lining up a move for Rangers youngster John Fleck.

Titus Bramble believes Wigan will have to become more consistent if they are to avoid a relegation battle this season.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is chasing a couple of unnamed Spanish-based players as he continues to try and improve his squad.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez will do everything in his power to help Lee Cattermole force his way into England's World Cup squad.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez felt Everton were awarded a "soft" penalty in the 2-1 defeat at Goodison Park.

Former Wigan defender Leighton Baines struck from the penalty spot to hand Everton the win against his old club at Goodison Park.

Paul Scharner and Mohamed Diame are expected to retain their shirts from the Carling Cup defeat to Blackpool against Everton on Sunday.

Wigan are in talks with Celtic to sign Scott McDonald on a season-long loan, according to the striker's agent Willie McKay.

Roberto Martinez has told his fringe players they will get another chance to shine at Wigan but he would not accept poor standards.

Portsmouth have completed the signing of Wigan midfielder Michael Brown.

Roberto Martinez has now admitted that midfielder Michael Brown is set to leave Wigan for Premier League rivals Portsmouth.

Portsmouth are in talks with Wigan midfielder Michael Brown and have also been linked with Watford defender Mike Williamson.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has slammed his much-changed side after they lost 4-1 at Blackpool in the second round of the Carling Cup.