Wigan chairman Dave Whelan hailed 'one of the best young managers in the land', after confirming he has agreed a deal to lure Steve Bruce away from Premier League rivals Birmingham.
While neither the Latics nor the Blues were expecting to issue any official statements, Wigan are believed to have secured Bruce on a £2million per year, four-year contract. Whelan confirmed his club will pay Birmingham £3million compensation as part of the deal. He told Sky Sports: 'I'm delighted we've got him. I think he's a big loss for Birmingham and a big signing for Wigan Athletic.' Bruce will replace former boss Chris Hutchings, who left the club this month.
Under Hutchings, Wigan briefly topped the table after three games but have lost their last seven matches and are now second bottom of the table.
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