Chris McCann proved an important player for Wigan as they won League One and promotion to the Championship last season.
The Dubliner player 31 times in the League, scoring seven times
McCann was out of contract with Wigan this summer though was expected to re-sign with the club.
Surprisingly, rather than play his football in the Championship next season, the 28-year-old is moving to the MLS with expansion side Atlanta United.
#ATLUTD signs Irish midfielder @cjmccann7 https://t.co/3kAEzFblHy pic.twitter.com/0TMOM7egZx
— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) July 6, 2016
McCann won't join up with his new side until January. Until then, he will be available on loan.
Absolutely thrilled to sign for Atlanta United ⚫️🔴!Cannot wait to get started very exciting times ahead for the club @ATLUTD #MLS
— Chris McCann (@cjmccann7) July 6, 2016
McCann has represented Ireland at underage level though has never received a call up to the senior squad.
