'We have acted in the best interests of Wigan': Whelan

Wigan Athletic chairman Dave Whelan has said that he believes the decision to relieve Chris Hutchings of his managerial position was a positive route of action for the club.

In a statement, Whelan said: "This has been a very difficult decision for me and the board to make - but I felt we had to act in the best interests of the football club and its long-term future.