Wigan interested in Jones

01 August 2011 14:23
Wigan manager Roberto Martinez has made clear his intention to complete the permanent signing of ex-Wolves man David Jones.[LNB] The 26-year-old midfielder has impressed the Wigan boss since training with the first team over the summer period and has also shone in appearances for the Latics during pre-season. [LNB]Although the former Manchester United youth player has been training with Wigan primarily to gain match fitness he has become a genuine target for Martinez, who will look to agree personal terms with Jones over the coming week.[LNB]"He is 26 but he has a great desire to learn." stated Martinez.[LNB]"We will be working extremely hard to make sure he becomes a part of our football club and hopefully that will be sorted out very soon."[LNB]After losing influential playmaker Charles N'Zogbia to Aston Villa Martinez will be looking to bolster his midfield, with Jones providing a cheap and viable option in the middle of the park.[LNB]

Source: Team_Talk