Wigan Athletic have finally
unveiled Roberto Martinez as its new manager.
The former Swansea boss has taken the role left by Steve Bruce
who has joined Sunderland.
The Latics were expected to officially announce Martinez as
their boss last week but a compensation fee between the two clubs
had not been sorted out.
Now it has, Martinez returns to the club he served as a player
between 1995 and 2001.
“I am delighted to be back at Wigan Athletic,” Martinez told the
club’s official website.
“As you know I had a great time here as a player and the club
has always been close to my heart.
“The club has done incredibly well over the past five years,
firstly getting into The Premier League and staying there.
“Last year not only staying there but pushing higher up the
table. I want to carry on the good work Steve Bruce did here.”