Wigan join the chase for Carlisle's Ivorian striker Francois Zoko

Wigan have joined the chase for Carlisle striker Francois Zoko. The Ivory Coast Under 23 forward, 27, is being watched by Sporting Gijon, Real Valladolid and a number of Championship sides. He has a ?100,000 buy-out clause and Wigan manager Roberto Martinez believes his pace can have an impact. A wanted man: Zoko (right) has attracted interest from Spain and from several English clubsMeanwhile, Latics striker Hugo Rodallega was one of four players from the Colombia squad to have his hotel room burgled in Madrid ahead of their friendly against Ecuador on Saturday. The players had computers, iPods, money and credit cards stolen. Figueroa: Birmingham victory must spur us on to climb the tableWigan 2 Birmingham 1: Figueroa stuns Brum with injury-time winner All the latest Wigan Athletic news, features and opinion  Explore more:People: Roberto Martinez Places: Madrid, Ecuador, Colombia

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