James McClean has completed a £2m move from Sunderland to Wigan Athletic and the Republic of Ireland left-winger could make his debut for Owen Coyle's side against Manchester United in the Community Shield at Wembley on Sunday.

The one-time Derry City player – signed for Sunderland by Steve Bruce in 2011 – impressed after breaking into the first team under Martin O'Neill during the 2011-12 season but disappointed last term and is not part of Paolo Di Canio's plans.

The 24-year-old McClean has now had to drop down to the Championship but hopes that the FA Cup holders will be making a swift return to the Premier League. "Delighted to have signed with Wigan," he tweeted. "Excited and looking forward."