The Latics, who sacked manager Gary Caldwell on Tuesday, are reportedly ready to announce the 51-year-old as the new man in charge at the DW Stadium, ahead of the Welshman
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Joyce has impressed in his position in charge of United's youth team, winning back-to-back Under-21 Premier League titles.
And the Latics are set to put faith in the 51-year-old and announce him as their new manager following the sacking of Gary Caldwell, with Joyce landing the job ahead of Ryan Giggs and Karl Robinson.