ESPN.com · Oct 25, 2016

Wigan target Ryan Giggs for manager after sacking Gary Caldwell - sources

Former MLS manager Steve Nicol gives reasons why Ryan Giggs should stay in the Premier League for his first manager job.Former Manchester United star Ryan Giggs is in the frame for the vacant manager's job at Wigan Athletic, sources close to the club have told ESPN FC.

Wigan are searching for a new manager after Gary Caldwell was sacked on Tuesday, with the club second from bottom of the Championship.

Meanwhile, sources also said Giggs is keen to begin his career as a full-time manager and is open to offers.

Giggs is currently out of work after ending his long association with United in the summer following the arrival of Jose Mourinho.

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