The Sligo Champion

Cook lands Wigan job

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FORMER Sligo Rovers manager Paul Cook has made the move from Portsmouth to Wigan. The announceme­nt came on Wednesday after speculatio­n the 50- yearold Liverpool native was about to take over at Wigan following the departure of Warren Joyce.

Cook is fondly remembered for his successful spell as Rovers boss, where he guided the club to two FAI Cups, a League Cup and a second place finish.

He signed a three- year contract with Wigan after he saw Portsmouth winning the League Two title last year.

The manager also had a successful spell with Chesterfie­ld in 2013/ 14. He saw them claim the League Two title that season.

Cook is familiar with Wigan having made 95 appearance­s for them as a player.

He said after the appointmen­t that it was an exciting move for him and he is looking forward to getting to know his squad and staff.

 ??  ?? Paul Cook with the FAI Cup.
Paul Cook with the FAI Cup.

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