Saturday is huge. A trip to London for Paul Cook and his Wigan Athletic team to face Charlton Athletic in an early kick-off can see the Latics take a monumental step towards safety. In different times the club would be safe from relegation already, aided by a run of just one defeat in 13 to leave them 13th, 12 points above the drop zone.
But with the threat of the points deduction hanging over the club every single point is vital.
Click and scroll through for all the latest transfer speculation and news from Wigan and around the Championship as the league nears the end of the 2019/20 season.
1. Preston eye international striker
Alex Neil has been advised by Sky Sports pundits to strengthen the depth of his Preston side, especially in attack. Wigan striker Kieffer Moore may be the man the club need. The Lilywhites have been linked with the Welsh international. (Daily Mail) Photo: VLADIMIR SIMICEK
2. £18m salary cap
Championship clubs are set to meet to discuss the introduction of a salary cap. The meeting is scheduled for next week where they will discuss the £18m cap on a squad of 25 players. Dispensation for relegated teams will also be talked about. (Sky Sports) Photo: Christopher Lee
3. Casilla ‘not good enough’
Ex-Leeds United ace Noel Whelan has claimed Kiko Casilla is not good enough for the Premier League and that the club should “have a long think” about his future. The goalkeeper was on the bench for the 1-0 win over Barnsley as Illan Meslier once again impressed. (Football Insider) Photo: Nigel Roddis
4. West Ham want Kipre
Premier League side West Ham have enquired about Wigan Athletic ace Cedric Kipre. With the Latics put into administration it could lead to a fire sale this summer. The defender has been excellent this season. There is also interest in winger Jamal Lowe, including from Celtic. (Daily Mail) Photo: Lewis Storey