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 Mallorca defender Ramis

Wigan have signed Real Mallorca defender Ivan Ramis on a four year contract for an undisclosed fee.



Ramis had been linked with a host of Premier League clubs throughout the summer and it seemed he would join West Ham after Mallorca revealed a deal had been agreed with the Hammers last week.



But, Ramis completed a U-turn and has now joined The Latics despite saying last week that Wigan was “not the best offer for him.”



Wigan chairman Dave Whelan revealed that it was manager Roberto Martinez who managed to change Ramis's mind and convince him to sign for the club.



"It's down to the influence of Roberto because the player doesn't speak English and didn't want to go to West Ham who had already agreed a deal.



"But Roberto asked me to go out to Mallorca where I met their chairman and with the club in receivership, they accepted my offer and then I went to see the player," Whelan told Wigan today.

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."

Wigan offer to double Moses' wages

Wigan chairman Dave Whelan claims they have offered to double Victor Moses' wages and has hit out at his agent.



The Latics owner has expressed his concern over the influence the 21-year-old's agent has over the player but the Nigeria international has hinted he could be on his way if the right offer comes in.



Whelan has accused Chelsea of "taking the Mickey" with their reported offer of £3million for Moses, whose current deal expires next summer.



"We've made him a very good offer - involving a doubling of his wages - over the next three years," Whelan told the Evening Post. "It's down to whether the lad himself listens to sense, or whether he listens to his agent.



"The player has to realise that it's his future we're talking about not his agent's.

"Agents want cash out of players, that's all, whereas we want the lad to realise his potential and reach the highest level he can. If we have to sell him, we will do so reluctantly - but not for the money that is currently on the table."

Latics reject Chelsea bid

Chelsea have failed with a bid to land Victor Moses after their opening offer fell well short of Wigan's valuation.



The European Champions have been showing a keen interest in the Latics star and they have now taken it to the next level by making an offer for the player.



How much Blues owner Roman Abramovich put on the table remains to be seen, but whatever it was Wigan have rejected it as they hold out for a fee in the region of £10million.



That will not be the end of the matter though and Chelsea are set to continue negotiations with Wigan in the hope that a fee can eventually be agreed.



Moses himself would jump at the chance of a move to Stamford Bridge and as long as a fee can be agreed, the youngster will complete a move back to London.

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."