Wigan snap up Honduran star Hendry Thomas

Wigan have snapped up midfielder Hendry Thomas from Honduran club Deportivo Olimpia on a three-year contract, subject to international clearance.

The 24-year-old had been due to join the Latics last summer but his move was turned down as he did not meet the work permit criteria because he had not played enough games for his country.

However, that situation has now improved and a deal was agreed a couple of months ago between the clubs, with the player now passing a medical and agreeing terms.

Thomas had also been a target for Sunderland boss Steve Bruce.