Wigan boss Martinez keen to find loan move for Lee Nicholls

Wigan Athletic boss Roberto Martinez would like to see goalkeeper Lee Nicholls move out on loan.

The England U20 keeper is regarded highly inside the game.

“Lee represents a completely different generation in our football club," Martinez told the Wigan Observer.

“We’ve always been very aware of his talent and his potential, and it’s important now that he gets to the next level. He has a personal desire to be a No.1 for Wigan Athletic, and he can help himself to get there by going out on loan.

“He has been progressing really well under Inaki Bergara, but it’s important now he plays more games and starts to test himself in the first-team environment.

“It’s very important to get the right mix between getting the concepts you need as a young player and testing yourself in a competitive game.”