New Wigan Athletic signing, Antolin Alcaraz has been granted his work permit and is now eligible to play in the opening game of the new Premier League season. The Paraguay international has now completed his move to the club on a three-year deal, having signed for the club prior to the World Cup following the expiry of his previous contract with Belgian side Club Brugge.
Wigna manager Roberto Martinez is delighted to have finally netted his man, especially after reports had suggested a bigger club was ready to snap him up following some impressive performances in South Africa.
“It’s fantastic news that we can finally confirm the arrival of a defender who I feel was one of the very best at this summer’s World Cup, this is a massive boost for the club and we are thrilled to welcome him on board,” Martinez told the club’s official website.
Alcaraz is now cleared to start working with the rest of the squad:
“I am so happy that everything has gone through now,” he said.
“I want to thank Roberto and the club for all the hard work to get me to Wigan and now I just want to play football.
“The Premier League is a big challenge for every player and I can’t wait to get started.”
