Martinez to stay at Wigan
Roberto Martinez has rejected an approach from Aston Villa to remain as Wigan manager.
The Spaniard had become the favourite to succeed Gerard Houllier at Villa Park but has chosen to sign a new contract at the DW Stadium.
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SUBSCRIBERoberto Martinez has rejected an approach from Aston Villa to remain as Wigan manager.
The Spaniard had become the favourite to succeed Gerard Houllier at Villa Park but has chosen to sign a new contract at the DW Stadium.
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