Wigan sign West Brom forward Higgins

Akeel Higgins played 31games on loan for Exeter City last season, including their FA Cup tie at Manchester City [Getty Images]Wigan Athletic have signed forward Akeel Higgins from West Bromwich Albion.The 20-year-old joins the Latics after making one first-team appearance for the Baggies, in the FA Cup.Higgins, who plays as a left winger or attacking midfielder, spent last season on loan at Exeter City in League One, scoring twice in 31 games.He played under current Wigan manager Gary Caldwell a