Wigan Athletic have completed the signing of Honduran midfielder Roger Espinoza from Sporting Kansas City.
The 26-year-old, who got his visa yesterday, has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal at the DW Stadium.
"I am just so happy to finally be here," said Espinoza. "It's taken a while to get all the paperwork done but now I can concentrate on fighting for my place and helping the team."
Latis manager Roberto Martinez added: "It is great to finally welcome Roger to Wigan and I know the supporters will give him a real Latics welcome.
"Usually players would have more time preparing for their debut and getting used to their new teammates, but Roger is so desperate to play as soon as he can that we hope to see him on the pitch on Saturday [when Wigan host Bournemouth in the FA Cup].
"He is an excellent talent and every time we have seen him play he has shown the desire that as a club we like to see from our players."
Espinoza has been capped 25 times at senior international level, scoring three goals.
Joe Fish
