WIGAN ATHLETIC have had an undisclosed offer for James McClean accepted and the Sunderland winger has been given permission to head for the DW Stadium for talks.
The Latics have been keeping an eye on the situation in recent weeks and have made the move - believed to be worth in the region of £1.5m - in an attempt to beat off the competition.
Sunderland are said to be aware of other clubs showing an interest in the Republic of Ireland winger and Wigan's bid has got things rolling.
Paolo Di Canio, the Black Cats boss, has been waiting for more players to move on before he can further add to his squad.
Celtic like McClean, 24, but have preferred transfer targets, while Blackburn Rovers and Queens Park Rangers have also previously been linked.
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