The 24-year-old, who put pen to paper on a three-year deal from Birmingham City earlier this week, can operate either in midfield or up front.

He said: "As soon as Steve Bruce got in touch and said he wanted to sign me at Wigan, my mind was made up.
"He signed me at Birmingham and he is one of the best
coaches I've worked with.
"He is a great manager, so when I got up to Wigan, I thought, 'Where's the contract? I want to get it done'.
"Having worked with him at Birmingham last year, I know he knows how to get the best out of players.
"When you look at what he has achieved and his track record in management, it is very clear to me he has a deep understanding of the game."

De Ridder admits another factor in his switch was the influence of Latics captain and fellow countryman Mario Melchiot, who like De Ridder, is a product of Ajax's youth academy.

De Ridder added: "I had a long chat with Mario and he told me nothing but good things about Wigan.
"Mario says it is a great club with supporters who care deeply and who have made him really welcome.
"I got a taste of the Premier League last year, but because of a couple of injuries I never felt I got the chance to prove what I can do at this level.
"That was frustrating but now I've got a great chance to prove myself.
"My focus is do well for them and the people of Wigan."

De Ridder made 15 appearances in his first season with Ajax, and also featured in the Champions League, before linking up with Spanish La Liga outfit Celta Vigo.

He said: "There are some fantastic players at Wigan and I know it is going to be really tough to get in the side.
"The manager looks likely to make a few more signings, so that competition is going to get tougher and tougher.

"But the Premier League is the best in the world and you have to fight hard for what you achieve when you get to this level.
"I can't wait to get started and I'm looking forward to
getting down to work with my new team-mates next week."