Steve Bruce is set to make a move to sign Liverpool outcast Jermain Pennant in January, with Emile Heskey tipped to move the other way.

Wigan will demand 20million for Antonio Valencia if Real Madrid follow up their interest in the Ecuador winger, it has emerged. Jermaine Pennant could yet be Spain-bound.

Wigan striker Emile Heskey will miss Friday’s FA Cup third-round tie against Spurs with a hamstring injury.

Antonio Valencia’s agent says there has been no contact from Real Madrid yet for the Wigan winger.

Wigan Athletic chairman Dave Whelan has admitted that Emile Heskey’s future at the JJB Stadium is hanging in the balance.

DAVE WHELAN will respect Emile Heskey’s decision if he decides to quit Wigan

Steve Bruce has lauded Titus Bramble after a string of impressive displays by the much-maligned defender.

Wigan boss Steve Bruce sees no reason why Latics cannot qualify for the Uefa Cup after surging up to seventh place.

Steve Bruce believes European football could be on the cards for his in-form Wigan Athletic side this season.

Amr Zaki’s first-half penalty secured all three points for Wigan in a hard-fought clash at the Reebok.The striker slotted the ball neatly into the bottom corner after Andrew O’Brien had fouled Henri Camara in the 44th minute.The Latics had a shot cleared off the line soon after the interval before Bolton almost bagged a late equaliser when Danny Shittu beat Mike Pollitt to cross but headed against the crossbar.