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Transfer news: Former Manchester United and Newcastle winger Gabriel Obertan set to join Wigan ahead of deadline

Wigan are confident of tying up a deal for former Manchester United winger Gabriel Obertan.

The 27-year-old wants to leave Anzhi Makhachkala and they are open to selling him to raise funds.

Crystal Palace have been linked with a late move for the Frenchman, as have AEK Athens and Bursaspor.

But, according to France Football, Obertan is expected to sign for Wigan before the end of today.

The winger, who has experience of playing in England with Manchester United and Newcastle, is holding talks with the Latics ahead of a medical.