The Latics will face managerless Fleetwood Town at the DW Stadium in a 3pm kick-off.
In a transfer blow, Tom James has joined Salford City for the rest of the campaign.
The news comes after Wigan were unable to extend his loan deal from Hibernian.
But he has decided to drop down a division after agreeing terms with Salford, who are part-owned by members Manchester United’s ‘Class of 92’.
“Tom’s a very good footballer, composed, technically very good and that’s what I think he will bring to the team," said City manager Richie Wellens.
“I’ve been aware of him for three or four years now.
"I tried to sign him when he was leaving Yeovil but he agreed to join West Brom, that fell through but I kept tabs on his progress, he moved to Hibs and has been on loan at Wigan.
“We’ve brought him in as a right back but we’re very aware that he can play as effectively on the left if required too.
"The two signings we’ve made – Robbie Gotts can play in three or four positions and Tom who’s played right back, he covered at centre-back at the weekend – they can cover multiple positions which is something we’ve needed.”
The right-back scored four times in 24 appearances for Latics, who desperately wanted to keep him at the DW.
Here’s a round-up of some of the other transfer rumours involving Wigan Athletic and their rivals this morning:
5. More on Kyle Joseph
Neil Critchley accepts that Blackpool would have little chance of signing Kyle Joseph with Celtic, Rangers and Tottenham Hotspur showing an interest in the Wigan Athletic striker. (Blackpool Gazette) Tottenham, Celtic, Rangers and Sheffield United are all interested. (Sun/Mirror) Photo: Lewis Storey
6. Johnson confident on Sanderson stay
Lee Johnson is confident that Dion Sanderson will remain at Sunderland for the rest of the season. Wolves still have the option to recall the 21-year-old, who initially struggled for gametime after joining on deadline day earlier this season. Cardiff City, where Sanderson played on loan last season, reportedly enquired last week about the possibility of bringing the defender to South Wales before the end of the window. (Sunderland Echo) Photo: Pete Norton
7. Latics star eyed
Leeds United are expected to tie up a deal to sign Wigan Athletic’s star youngster Sean McGurk, according to Alan Nixon. But the Sun journalist conceded the deal could happen 'in the summer'. (Personal Twitter Account) Photo: Charlotte Tattersall
8. Martin Samuelsen development
Hull City have received a bid for Martin Samuelsen from his hometown club FK Haugesund. The Tigers have given the Norway international permission to leave the club in this transfer window and he could be set for a return home. (Various) Photo: George Wood