McCarthy completes Wigan transfer

Wigan sign midfielder James McCarthy from Scottish Premier Division side Hamilton on a five-year deal.

Wigan sign midfielder James McCarthy from Scottish Premier Division side Hamilton on a five-year deal. Wolves also had a bid accepted for the 18-year-old Republic of Ireland Under-21 international, but he penned a five-year deal with the Latics. Manager Roberto Martinez said: "There were several clubs chasing James and it is fantastic he has chosen Wigan. "He has the ability to become a big player in the future and it is great to have him on board."

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