The Latics, who have been in sensational form of late, will be hit with a 12-point penalty, which will be enforced either this season should they finish outside of the relegation places, or next season if they are relegated to League One. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship:
. Henriksen 'turned down' Russian exit at Tigers
Ex-Hull City man Markus Henriksen is said to have turned down a move to an unnamed Russian club last summer, which eventually led to the player leaving for nothing. (Hull Daily Mail) Photo: TERJE PEDERSEN
. Clarets favourites to land Taylor
Burnley have emerged as the 4/1 favourites to sign Charlton striker Lyle Taylor this summer, with the likes of Brentford (10/1) and Sheffield Wednesday (20/1) trailing far behind. (Bet Victor) Photo: Michael Regan
. Leeds linked with highly-rated midfielder
Leeds United have been linked with a move for £14m-rated midfielder Matias Zaracho, who has been capped at senior level for Argentina and turns out for Racing Club. (Sport Witness) Photo: Marcelo Endelli
5. Celtic could swoop for Marshall
The news of Wigan Athletic going into administration is said to have boosted Celtic's hopes of re-signing their former goalkeeper David Marshall, who have been heavily linked with the Scottish giants. (Daily Record) Photo: Nathan Stirk
6. Luton and Swansea charged over fracas
Luton Town and Swansea City have both been charged with misconduct by the FA following a scrap between players in their game last weekend. The clubs have until Monday to respond. (BBC Sport) Photo: Stu Forster
7. Race for Ugbo heats up
West Bromwich Albion and Derby County are among a host of sides understood to be chasing Chelsea starlet Ike Ugbo, who is likely to be allowed out on loan again next season to aid his development. (Team Talk) Photo: Charles McQuillan
8. Leeds tipped to pursue Ben White alternative
Should Leeds be unable to secure the services of Ben White for another season, reports from Argentina have tipped the Whites to take an interest in River Plate defender Lucas Martinez Quarta. (Sport Witness) Photo: Marcelo Endelli