Friday, 5th August 2005:
Latics Announce Francis Capture	Fri 05 Aug
Damien Francis has joined from Norwich City for a fee believed to be around £1.5 million. He has become the Latics fifth pre-season signing, leaving Paul Jewell in search of a defender and striker to complete his jigsaw.


Previously:
Trialist plays in Stanley draw	Thu 04 Aug
Dagui Bakari played the first half in the 1-1 draw with Accrington Stanley last night before being replaced by Nathan Ellington at half time. Lee McCulloch got the Latics goal.

Bent Linked	Wed 03 Aug
Everton striker Marcus Bent is the latest name to be linked with a move to the JJB. This comes hot on the heels of Camara's decision not to join the Latics.

Duke, Camara and Francis Latest	Wed 03 Aug
After scoring the only goal in last night's friendly win over Morecambe, the Duke is looking to push on with his bid for fitness in tonight's game with Accrington Stanley.

Camara Latest	Tue 02 Aug
It had been reported that the two sides where a million miles away in terms of wages, but Camara's agent has revealed otherwise, although the fee is believed to be as high as £3 million.

Wolves Accept Latics' Camara Bid	Tue 02 Aug
It has been revealed today that Wolverhampton Wanderers have accepted Wigan's bid for Henri Camara, although both sides are refusing to give details over the amount, it seems that Paul Jewell's jigsaw is starting to look complete.

PIES & PREJUDICE: The Launch	Mon 01 Aug
For those of you unaware as of yet, there is a new Wigan Athletic book on sale recording the delights of last season. Please read on for an invitation to the launch on Thursday 4th August at the Royal Oak.

Jewell: "Don't underestimate us!"	Sun 31 Jul
Paul Jewell is fed up of seeing the Latics underestimated by the pundits and people who have never seen his side play. He has spoken out to those who feel the Latics will be everyone's favourite second team.

Latics agree fee for Francis	Sun 31 Jul
After the failure to land the over-priced Phil Jagielka from Sheffield United, Paul Jewell has turned his eye toward Norwich City's Damien Francis who bagged an impressive seven goals in the top flight last season.

Latics stroll past Town	Sun 31 Jul
Paul Jewell's Premiership new-boys strolled past Macclesfield Town at the Moss Rose. Goals from Johansson, Bullard, Teale and Mahon sealed the victory.

Francis Linked	Sat 30 Jul
A number of sources are quoting that Norwich midfielder Damien Francis could well be on his way to the JJB Stadium after the two clubs have agreed a few.

Three years for Jimmy	Sat 30 Jul
Jimmy Bullard has signed a three year extension to stay with the Latics. The 26 year old had been linked with a move to Sunderland after failing to agree a deal.

Jagielka Latest	Sat 30 Jul
After the outspoken Neil Warnokc's comments regarding Jagielka's desire to stay at Bramall Lane, Wigan boss Paul Jewell has broken his silence and set the record straight over the 22 year old's plight.


Older articles:
Get your Beat The Manager predictions in!	Thu 28 Jul
Footymad's prediction game returns for the new season. Make sure you have entered your team before the Chelsea game and take advantage of this fun, free game.

Latics in for Jagielka	Thu 28 Jul
After the 1-1 draw with neighbours Preston North End last night, Latics boss Paul Jewell admitted that he had made a substantial bid for a player recently, believed to be Sheffield United's Phil Jagielka.

Preston 1 Wigan 1	Thu 28 Jul
The Latics finished their first pre-season friendly on home soil with a draw at neighbours Preston. It was the first chance for the fans to see the new boys in action.

Latics capture Henchoz	Tue 26 Jul
The former Liverpool centre back, now 30, has signed on for 12 months at the JJB after impressing whilst on trial. The Swiss international will bring much needed Premiership experience to the Latics squad.

Skoko in talks with Wigan	Tue 26 Jul
Australian internation Josip Skoko has confirmed that he is in talks with the Latics, and hopes the move goes through smoothly.

Henchoz set to sign	Tue 26 Jul
Former Liverpool defender Stephane Henchoz looks set to sign for the Latics after a succesful trial period at the club. Manager Paul Jewell expects the Swiss international to sign in the next 24 hours.

Jewell after Barton	Mon 25 Jul
Joey Barton is the latest name to be linked with the Latics after his bust up at Manchester City. Michael Brown and Carl Cort are other names to be mentioned.

10,000 and counting...	Mon 25 Jul
The club have announed that the previous record of season ticket sales has been smashed and the club have sold more than 10,000 season tickets so far.

Wiganer.net Fantasy Football	Sun 24 Jul
Get ready for the new season and sign up for the Wiganer.net Fantasy Football League 2005/06. Entry is free and there are two competitions to enter.

Jewell wants four new faces	Sun 24 Jul
Paul Jewell has hit out at those who believe the Latics are gonig to be relegation fodder next season and has said he wants to bring in four new faces before the Chelsea opener on August 14.

Henchoz on trial	Wed 20 Jul
Former Liverpool centre back, Stephane Henchoz is currently on trial with the Latics and is set to play a part in the pre-season trip to Denmark as he tries to earn himself a perminant deal.

Season Tickets Selling Well	Mon 18 Jul
The Latics have already broken their record for season ticket sales and the club is expecting more than 10,000 tickets to go before the first game of the season with Chelsea.