Wigan want Roberto Martinez to replace Steve Bruce

Bruce is expected to replace Ricky Sbragia at Sunderland, with chairman Niall Quinn currently discussing a negotiaton package with Dave Whelan, the Wigan owner. An deal is understood to be on the table, meaning Bruce, a Geordie, should take over at Sunderland before the end of the week.  Related ArticlesSunderland finalise Bruce dealSeason's Top 100 moments: 100-76Sunderland agree £3m deal for BruceSunderland confident on BruceMancini claims Sunderland offerSport on televisionAnd Whelan says Martinez, who was a regular first team player at Wigan for six years, would be a first-class replacement. "Roberto would be near the top of any list we formulate," said the Wigan owner. Martinez guided Swansea to the League One title in 2007-8, and gained plaudits for the attractive football played by his side in the Championship this season. He has also been linked with the manager's position at Celtic following Gordon Strachan's resignation.  

Source: Telegraph