Cameroon international Samuel Ebwea has been handed a trial by the Latics as they look to cover for the long-term injury to Clyde Wijnhard.
With the Dutchman set to undergo a knee operation that could see him ruled out for the remainder of the season, Ebwea will be given the chance to impress in a reserve team fixture against Rotherham.
Ebwea has plenty of top-flight experience having played for Rapid Bucharest and has already had an unsuccessful trial in England with premiership Southampton.
But as one striker gets closer to signing, another leaves with veteran David Reeves making his move to Chesterfield permanent.
