Former Hull City and
Wigan defender is tracked by both Manchester giants as well.
I wouldn't necessarily claim Baines to be world - class, but the former
Wigan defender isn't far off and is playing somewhere near the level which is bound to attract plenty of interest all across Europe.
But he was back to his vintage best getting involved in an altercation with
Wigan defender Adam Buxton following a late challenge.
Wigan defender Emmerson Boyce (hamstring) is rated only 50 - 50 for tomorrow's trip to Everton, while defenders Steven Gohouri (calf) and Antolin Alcaraz (thigh) are getting closer to full fitness.
Former Tottenham and
Wigan defender Pascal Chimbonda, 33, is on trial with MLS club Chicago Fire, with a view to a permanent deal.
Not exact matches
Norwich City
defender Leon Barnett has completed a move to Championship side
Wigan Athletic signing a three year deal for an undisclosed fee, Sky Sports reports.
Defender Pablo Zabaleta is suspended for his sending off against
Wigan in the FA Cup final, while Scott Sinclair is sidelined.
Wigan are hoping a # 3m move for Watford
defender Adrian Mariappa, 25, will kick off their summer spending.
Former -
Wigan manager, Martinez, wishes to sign Ajax central
defender Toby Alderweireld amid interest from Premier League side Norwich City.
Speedy in attack and sensibly when in defence, the left sided
defender, who can also play at centre back, has taken part in two Premier League matches, coming on as sub against Wolves and
Wigan.
Wolverhampton Wanderers
defender Richard Stearman has confirmed he was spat on by
Wigan Athletic's Antolin Alcaraz during his side's crucial 3 - 1 win at Molineux yesterday.
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Wigan
Wigan are at full strength, with
defender Antolin Alcaraz in contention to start after a groin injury.
Wigan player, Callum McManaman's recent nasty tackle on Newcastle United's
defender, Massadio Haidara has been one of the talking points in English football recently as many believes it's one of the worst tackle of the season.
They raised their game against Sunderland at St James Park last time out but the time before they were made to look foolish by a poor
Wigan Athletic, with
defender Fabricio Coloccini sparing their blushes with a last - gasp headed equaliser.
My son [
Wigan Athletic
defender, Alex] played the part of the agent I think, he got whacked on the golf course occasionally.