Wigan Athletic: April 2010 Archives

Hendry Thomas and Marcelo Moreno are expected to miss the visit of Hull to the DW Stadium on Monday

Roberto Martinez has dropped a big hint Ben Watson will now stay at Wigan amid interest from West Bromwich Albion.

Roberto Martinez is to meet Wigan chairman Dave Whelan to discuss the club's summer transfer plans with several players set to leave.

Wigan chairman Dave Whelan says he is planning a summer clear out at the DW Stadium with Olivier Kapo and Jason Koumas set to go.

Everton are thought to be leading the chase to sign Paul Scharner when his contract with Wigan expires at the end of the season.

Wigan could be set to join the likes of Celtic, Coventry, Ipswich and Derby in the race for Scunthorpe United striker Gary Hooper.

Roberto Martinez has revealed that he aims to have Wigan regularly 'challenging for Europe' as opposed to being in relegation battles.

Roberto Martinez is bracing himself for bids for some of his key Wigan players this summer, but claims he does not have to sell.

Wigan keeper Chris Kirkland has revealed he does not blame West Ham's Carlton Cole for the collision which left him needing stitches.

West Ham all but secured Premier League survival with a scrappy performance against a spirited Wigan side at Upton Park.

Defender Gary Caldwell will boost Wigan by returning from suspension for Saturday's trip to face West Ham at Upton Park.

Dave Whelan has admitted that he would not stop Hugo Rodallega and Charles N'Zogbia leaving Wigan if a 'top club' came in for them.

Roberto Martinez says Wigan should be proud some of their best players are attracting attention from big clubs.

Roberto Martinez says Charles N'Zogbia was "badly advised" after his arrest for getting someone else to sit his driving test.

Dave Whelan is confident Wigan will be in the Premier League again next season and claims that it is 'so important' they survive.

Wigan are set to be boosted by the news Hugo Rodallega will reportedly snub a move to Arsenal in order to stay on at the DW Stadium.

Paul Scharner has confirmed he will leave Wigan in the summer with Fulham, Sunderland Aston Villa and Everton all keen.

Latics boss Roberto Martinez insists his side are not yet safe from relegation despite the stunning win over Arsenal on Sunday.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is set to try and lure Wigan striker Hugo Rodallega to the Emirates this summer.

Wigan come back from the dead in dramatic fashion to end Arsenal's Premier League title challenge with a 3-2 victory.

Hendry Thomas is Latics boss Roberto Martinez's only doubt ahead of Sunday's Premier League fixture with Arsenal.

Wigan midfielder Tomasz Cywka believes he will depart the DW Stadium in the summer after his loan spell at Derby.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is believed to be preparing a summer move for Espanyol starlet Jose Baena Raul.

Wigan were left to rue missed chances after a draw against a makeshift Portsmouth side left them five points clear of the drop zone.

Roberto Martinez has said he wants Wigan to make sure of their Premier League status before they face Chelsea on the final day.

Roberto Martinez could be given a much needed boost by the returns of Emmerson Boyce and Hendry Thomas for the game with Portsmouth.

Roberto Martinez has admitted that he is relishing the planned arrival of Hamilton's hot prospect midfielder James McArthur to Wigan.

Roberto Martinez is to appeal against his FA charge claiming he was 'not disrespectful or offensive' about referee Stewart Attwell.

Roberto Martinez claims Wigan's hopes of avoiding relegation will rest with their home form in the final five Premier League games.

Roberto Martinez is hopeful that Emmerson Boyce and Hendry Thomas can recover from injury ahead of Wigan's home clash with Portsmouth.

Roberto Martinez believes Wigan must perform like they did against Liverpool in their final home games if they are to stay up.

Wigan target James McArthur has been praised for his attitude and form as speculation grows that he will be leaving Hamilton.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is not concerned that speculation linking Hugo Rodallega to Arsenal and Liverpool could affect his form.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has been charged with improper conduct by the FA following comments he made after the defeat to Man City.

Roberto Martinez feels transfer speculation over his top players could spur Latics on to secure their place in the Premier League.

Roberto Martinez says youngsters Joe Holt and Jon Routledge could feature in Wigan's first team next season despite being sent on loan.

Wigan striker Hugo Rodallega will be a £10million summer target for Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger, according to reports.

Jason Scotland has expressed his relief after scoring his first Wigan goal and he is now focused on keeping them in the Premier League.

Wigan youngster James McCarthy admits he is flattered to be linked with a move away but has no plans to leave the DW Stadium.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez praised Jason Scotland after the striker bagged his first Premier League goal against Fulham.

Brede Hangeland opened his account for the season as Fulham secured victory at Craven Cottage to leave Wigan just above the drop-zone.

Hamilton midfielder James McArthur has accepted a trial at Wigan, but West Brom are also chasing the youngster's signature.

Gary Caldwell starts a three-match ban and Hendry Thomas has a quad muscle injury and both will miss Wigan's trip to Fulham on Sunday.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is set to take Hamilton Academicals midfielder James McArthur on trial with a view to a permanent deal.

Wigan have decided against appealing the red card Gary Caldwell received in the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City on Monday.

Wigan have decided to recall Ben Watson from his loan spell at West Brom in a bid to strengthen the squad after Hendry Thomas' injury.

Hendry Thomas and Marcelo Moreno are expected to miss the visit of Hull to the DW Stadium on Monday

Roberto Martinez has dropped a big hint Ben Watson will now stay at Wigan amid interest from West Bromwich Albion.

Roberto Martinez is to meet Wigan chairman Dave Whelan to discuss the club's summer transfer plans with several players set to leave.

Wigan chairman Dave Whelan says he is planning a summer clear out at the DW Stadium with Olivier Kapo and Jason Koumas set to go.

Everton are thought to be leading the chase to sign Paul Scharner when his contract with Wigan expires at the end of the season.

Wigan could be set to join the likes of Celtic, Coventry, Ipswich and Derby in the race for Scunthorpe United striker Gary Hooper.

Roberto Martinez has revealed that he aims to have Wigan regularly 'challenging for Europe' as opposed to being in relegation battles.

Roberto Martinez is bracing himself for bids for some of his key Wigan players this summer, but claims he does not have to sell.

Wigan keeper Chris Kirkland has revealed he does not blame West Ham's Carlton Cole for the collision which left him needing stitches.

West Ham all but secured Premier League survival with a scrappy performance against a spirited Wigan side at Upton Park.

Defender Gary Caldwell will boost Wigan by returning from suspension for Saturday's trip to face West Ham at Upton Park.

Dave Whelan has admitted that he would not stop Hugo Rodallega and Charles N'Zogbia leaving Wigan if a 'top club' came in for them.

Roberto Martinez says Wigan should be proud some of their best players are attracting attention from big clubs.

Roberto Martinez says Charles N'Zogbia was "badly advised" after his arrest for getting someone else to sit his driving test.

Dave Whelan is confident Wigan will be in the Premier League again next season and claims that it is 'so important' they survive.

Wigan are set to be boosted by the news Hugo Rodallega will reportedly snub a move to Arsenal in order to stay on at the DW Stadium.