McCarthy plays down transfer talk
Wigan Athletic midfielder James McCarthy insists he won't allow talk of a big-money summer move divert his focus.
The Republic of Ireland international has been attracting interest from the likes of Arsenal and Liverpool thanks to his eye-catching displays this season.
At this moment in time, I am happy to keep learning my trade at Wigan.James McCarthy
Latics boss Roberto Martinez will certainly need him on top form if his struggling outfit are to get anything from their game against Chelsea later today. Wigan are 26.00 to win the match 1-0, with McCarthy available at 26.00 to open the scoring.
McCarthy insists the extra spotlight won't impact upon his desire to keep performing as Wigan resume their annual battle to climb to safety over the coming weeks. The Latics are 1.90 to be relegated to the Championship this season.
The former Hamilton starlet admits: "It is always good to see your name linked with big clubs but I am a Wigan Athletic player. I will just keep working hard and if something comes up, then something comes up.
"At this moment in time, I am happy to keep learning my trade at Wigan. The gaffer gave me my chance and believed in me from a young age."
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