Former Everton and Rangers fullback Michael Ball is continuing to train with Wigan Athletic.

Ball is a free agent since leaving Manchester City last season.

Speaking to the Liverpool Echo, Latics boss Roberto Martinez said: "Michael has been working with us for a long time. He's had a lot of problems with his injury, but he is recovering, trying to get match fitness, and now he is looking sharp, looking ready.

"He's got great experience, he's a great influence and it's great to have him around, but at the moment he is simply regaining his fitness.

"We're just enjoying having a very experienced player around with great standards who is good for our daily work."