MICHAEL BROWN is confident Portsmouth can transform their fortunes this term

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.

AN impressive display at Deepdale saw Wigan cruise to a 4-1 win over Championship side Preston on Tuesday night.
Goals from Hugo Rodallega, Charles N’zogbia, Michael Brown and summer signing Jason Scotland helped to give gave Roberto Martinez’s side

Wigan midfielder Michael Brown sees no reason why Steve Bruce’s troops cannot secure a top-half finish in the Premier League this season.Latics achieved that target during their first year in the top flight back in 2006, taking 10th spot.

Michael Brown sees no reason why Wigan cannot secure a top half finish in the Premier League this season.

Wigan suffered a frustrating goalless draw at home to Fulham today after being severely handicapped by having to make all three of their substitutions in the first half because of injury.
The hosts lost midfielders Antonio Valencia and Michael Brown in the 19th minute and then saw striker Mido limp off three minutes before the interval.

Wigan boss Steve Bruce has admitted his gamble in playing Michael Brown and Mido against Fulham failed.

WIGAN warhorse Michael Brown loves to see Arsenal play their beautiful football – but he will do his best to turn things ugly today.

Michael Brown is determined to keep his place in Wigan’s starting XI as they prepare to face Arsenal.