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Martinez seals defender deal

Wigan have completed the season-long loan capture of Chelsea full-back Patrick van Aanholt.

Maloney seals Latics switch

Wigan have completed the signing of Scotland forward Shaun Maloney from Celtic on an initial two-year deal.

Latics in for Blue

Birmingham midfielder Jean Beausejour is reportedly to be in talks with Wigan over a possible move the DW Stadium.

Martinez nears winger deal

Wigan have agreed a £1million fee with Celtic for winger Shaun Maloney, who should complete a move before the transfer deadline.

Latics sign winger Crusat

Wigan have signed Almeria winger Albert Crusat on an initial two-year deal, the club have confirmed.

Celtic winger in Martinez's sights

Wigan remain interested in Celtic winger Shaun Maloney and boss Roberto Martinez hopes to land him in a £1 million deal.

Mexican ace in Martinez's sights

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is hoping to sign Spurs midfielder Giovnni dos Santos, who is surplus to requirements at White Hart Lane.

Rangers snaffle Wigan target

Wigan look set to lose out to Queens Park Rangers in the race to sign Shaun Wright-Phillps, according to R's manager Neil Warnock.

Latics chief ready to strengthen

Roberto Martinez has confirmed that he is looking to sign two new players for Wigan befrore the transfer window closes on Wednesday.

Martinez backs Di Santo to prosper

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has Franco Di Santo to keep his feet on the ground after his double strike secured a 2-0 home win over QPR.

Wigan could face Middlesbrough

Wigan will have a home tie against Middlesbrough in the third round of the Carling Cup if they beat Crystal Palace in their second-round clash.

Wigan eye Almeria ace

Wigan Athletic are reported to be set to add to their squad with the signing of Almeria winger Albert Crusat.

Martinez eyes double City swoop

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is planning a double raid on Manchester City for wing pair Shaun Wright-Phillips and Vladimir Weiss.

Latics defenders sidelined

Wigan will be without defensive duo Steve Gohouri and Antolin Alcaraz for their Premier League match against QPR on Saturday lunchtime.

New boys are tough - Martinez

Roberto Martinez believes Wigan have been unfortunate to be handed an early run of fixtures against newly-promoted sides this year.

Watson looking forward

Wigan's Ben Watson is delighted to have signed a new contract with the club and is hoping the Latics can beat former club QPR.

Midfielder axed by Italian boss

Wigan's James McCarthy has fallen foul of Giovanni Trapattoni after being dropped back into the Republic of Ireland Under-21 squad.

Latics star out until October

Wigan defender Antolin Alcaraz will be out for 'six or seven weeks' after rupturing a thigh muscle, according to boss Roberto Martinez.

Triple contract boost for the Latics

Wigan Athletic have been handed a triple boost by James McCarthy, Emmerson Boyce and Ben Watson after they all signed new deals.

Latics eye swoop for former favourite

Wigan have reportedly entered the running to re-sign released Hull City midfielder Jimmy Bullard.

Striker set to stay predicts Caldwell

Wigan Athletic captain Gary Caldwell believes Hugo Rodallega will still be a Latics player come September.

Martinez rues missed chances

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez believes his side were unfortunate not to win following their 0-0 draw away at Swansea.

Thistle swoop for Latics youngster

Young Wigan defender Roman Golobart will spend the next six months on loan with Inverness Caledonian Thistle.

Defender forced out of Welsh test

Wigan are likely to be without defender Steve Gohouri for their trip to Swansea as he continues his recovery from a calf problem.

Boss relishing Swans return

Roberto Martinez is hoping for a good reception from the Swansea fans when his Wigan team face them at the Liberty Stadium on Saturday.

Boss reveals McCarthy desire

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has confirmed the club are in negotiations with highly-rated midfielder James McCarthy over a new contract.

Wigan target makes exit admission

Wigan target Peter Odemwingie has rejected talk he could join Latics after he said he would only leave West Brom for a "top" club.

Di Santo earns boss' praise

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez believes Franco di Santo's display against Norwich was his best for the club so far.

Latics' search continues

Wigan are still searching for a replacement for Charles N'Zogbia after Heerenveen's Roy Beerens turned down a move.

Latics weigh up new striker bid

Wigan are thought to be targeting former West Ham full-back Lars Jacobsen, while a new bid for Peter Odemwingie is being considered.

Boss hails special talent

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has hailed the performance of Victor Moses against Norwich on Saturday and is tipping him for a big season.

Latics chief lifts lid on transfer plans

Roberto Martinez has admitted that his Wigan squad is still two players short following the 1-1 draw against Norwich on Saturday.

Sammon wants to get off to a flyer

Conor Sammon believes a good start to the season is vital if Wigan Athletic are to steer clear of the bottom three.

Dicko handed Latics deal

Wigan have signed 19-year-old winger Nouha Dicko on a three-year deal after a successful trial.

Latics fail in move to bag Albion star

West Brom have revealed that they rejected an undisclosed bid from Wigan for last season's leading scorer Peter Odemwingie.

Martinez wary of new boys opener

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has admitted Saturday's game against Norwich was the last thing he wanted after previous season's opener.

Ankle knock makes McCarthy a doubt

Wigan look set to be without midfielder James McCarthy for Saturday's Barclays Premier League opener against newly-promoted Norwich.

Wigan close in on Dicko

Wigan Athletic boss Roberto Martinez has revealed the club are close to tying up a deal for the French striker Nouha Dicko.

Wenger poised for Latics bid

Wigan Athletic star Hugo Rodallega could be on his way to the Emirates this summer with Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger keen on the player.

'Moses can sparkle' insists Martinez

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez believes Victor Moses could be the man to fill Charles N'Zogbia's boots after his switch to Aston Villa.

Latics set to seal third summer signing

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has confirmed his intention to make Strasbourg prospect Nouha Dicko his third summer signing.

Latics could miss wing target

Bolton are thought to be closing in on a deal to sign Shaun Wright-Phillips, despite interest from Wigan and Sunderland.

Wigan ready for opening test - Martinez

Roberto Martinez says Wigan won't fall foul of meeting Premier League new-boys on the opening day again and says they are "ready".

Midfielder's ankle agony

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is sweating on the fitness of midfielder James McCarthy after he hurt his ankle against Villarreal.

Martinez keen on Dicko deal

Wigan are set to make an offer to young French winger Nouha Dicko as Roberto Martinez looks to bolster his squad before the new season.

Latics eye Barton raid

Wigan chairman Dave Whelan has confirmed the Latics would be interested in Newcastle misfit Joey Barton.

Latics star hungry for more

Wigan midfielder James McArthur believes he can make an even bigger impact this season as he now knows what to expect.

Jones out to make impression

Recent signing David Jones says Wigan's final pre-season game against Villarreal is "massive" as he looks earn a start against Norwich.

McCarthy deal close claims Latics boss

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez believes the club are close to agreeing a new contract with James McCarthy despite reports to the contrary.

Keeper linked with Baggies return

West Brom are being tipped to make a move to re-sign goalkeeper Chris Kirkland from Wigan to act as backup to Ben Foster.

Wolves old boy signs up

Wigan have announced the signing of former Wolves midfielder David Jones after a successful trial spell.

Misfiring striker seals loan move

Forgotten star Mauro Boselli has left Wigan and rejoined his former club Estudiantes back in Argentina on a season-long loan.

Full-back in no rush to leave

Ronnie Stam wants to stay at Wigan and fight for his place despite speculation linking him with a move back to Holland.

Martinez eyes midfielder swoop

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is planning to sign former Wolves midfielder David Jones on a permanent basis before the end of the week.

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