Martinez will not sell Al-Habsi

Roberto Martinez expects Ali Al-Habsi to still be a Wigan player in February despite reports linking the keeper with a move to Liverpool during the transfer window.



Al-Habsi has been an important player for the Latics in recent seasons and his impressive form has seen him linked with a move to a bigger club.



Reports on Wednesday claimed Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers had set his sights on signing the keeper in January, but Martinez has made it clear he will not be selling the player to the Reds or any other club.



“I don’t think there is any truth behind it. Any rumour that you can see with any of our players I see as a compliment. You don’t get links if you are not playing well,” Martinez commented.



“We are really focused on what we want to achieve and we are looking to improve the squad, window after window.



“We are relaxed about it. He is on a long-term contract and is an important player for us.



“The rumours are going to be there, as he is playing well, he has been impressive. He has developed as a player and is reaching good levels. But he has a long way to go.”

Wigan sign Fyvie

Roberto Martinez has made his first signing of the summer with the capture of Aberdeen midfielder Fraser Fyvie for an undisclosed fee.



The highly-rated 19-year-old, who made his Dons debut at the age of 16, joins on a three-year deal.



Martinez told Wigan's official website: "I'm excited because we are signing such a strong character and a great personality at just 19 years of age. "



He's got a tremendous future in his hands and we're all delighted that he's making such a big step forward in his career here at Wigan Athletic."

Whelan: Answer is always 'yes'

Wigan chairman Dave Whelan has said he won't stand in Roberto Martinez's way if he wants to become Tottenham manager.



The Spaniard's future at the DW Stadium is once again in doubt after being linked with the vacant managerial position at White Hart Lane, rumours which come on the back of Martinez holding talks with Liverpool a few weeks ago.



Having turned down a move to Merseyside to stay at Wigan the Latics face another nervous wait to see whether Martinez will stay put or move on.



David Moyes, Andre Villas-Boas and Martinez are the early front runners in the betting following Redknapp's departure, although Spurs have said they will take their time over the appointment.



Should Spurs decide to turn to Martinez then Whelan has said he won't stop his manager holding talks with the north London club, although he is yet to hear anything from them.



"If Tottenham come to me and say they'd like to talk to him, the answer is 'yes'," Whelan told The Sun.



"It always is. That's because you cannot stop managers moving around.



"Swansea found that out recently.



"I would say though that Roberto is quite happy at Wigan. I spoke to him last night and I've heard nothing from Spurs."