Wigan bid for Peter Odemwingie rejected by West Brom

West Bromwich Albion have rejected an offer from Wigan for Peter Odemwingie.

The Nigeria striker has been linked with several clubs this summer but Wigan are the first to make a bid, although the figure was not disclosed.

However, Baggies sporting director Dan Ashworth says the club will not sell the 30-year-old and confirmed they are in discussions over a new contract.

"We have no intention of selling Peter and we are a bit disappointed that Wigan have tabled this offer," he said.

"We spoke to Wigan beforehand and made it clear Peter was not for sale, but they still proceeded to lodge a bid - which has been flatly rejected.

"We are in discussions with Peter over a new and improved deal to reward him for his efforts last season and we are very hopeful these talks will reach a successful conclusion.

From BBC Football

I assume Wigan were going try and use the N'Zogbia money, I think it'd be a bit of a sideways move for Odenwingie if he were to move to Wigan. I wouldn't be surprised if he has another good year this year to see him snapped up by a bigger club though.

Supposedly offered 1.5 Million.Bunch of jokers.

Why would Odemwingie go to Wigan? Seems like a backwards step.

The beautiful man has just signed a new three year contract!

Mat wrote:The beautiful man has just signed a new three year contract!

That doesn't mean much these days though.