The Latics face a 12-point penalty should they finish outside of the bottom three, and will be desperate to keep pushing their way up the table over the coming weeks to stave off the threat of relegation. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship:
5. Potential investors eye up Latics
The administrators of Wigan Athletic have claimed that ten separate parties have made early enquiries into buying the cash-strapped club, as they prepare for the monumental challenge of avoiding relegation. (BBC Sport) Photo: Gareth Copley
6. Brentford join Toney chase
The race to sign Peterborough United sensation Ivan Toney is heating up, with Brentford said to be the latest side keen on the striker, who has also been linked with Preston, Rangers and West Brom. (Peterborough Telegraph) Photo: Alex Pantling
7. Owls receive Borner boost
Sheffield Wednesday have been handed a boost ahead of their match against Swansea City this weekend, with Garry Monk revealing Julian Borner will be available for selection after missing West Brom with a minor injury. (The Star) Photo: Dan Mullan
8. Leeds man 'holds talks' with Belgian side
Leeds United defender Laurens de Bock is said to have held talks with Belgian side Zulte Waregem over a potential future move, as the 27-year-old looks unlikely to break into the side ahead of next season. (Sport Witness) Photo: YORICK JANSENS