Manchester United: Nick Powell joins Wigan on season-long loan

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Wigan have signed Manchester United's Nick Powell on a season-long loan.

Powell, 19, made just six appearances for United since joining from Crewe Alexandra last summer for around 拢6m.

In joining the FA Cup holders, he follows in the footsteps of fellow United midfielder Tom Cleverley, who spent 2010-11 on loan at Wigan.

"We obviously had Tom on loan and I think United were happy with the job we did with him, it's good news," said Latics chairman Dave Whelan.

England Under-19 international Powell, a product of the respected Crewe youth system, scored against Wigan on his debut in a 4-0 win Old Trafford.

He made two appearances in the Champions League under Sir Alex Ferguson, but has been allowed to move on a temporary basis to a club which will allow him to remain settled in the north-west of England.