Paul Cook's Wigan Athletic will be deducted 12 points after going into administration

Cook, 53, won the League Two title with Chesterfield in 2014 and led them to the League One play-offs the following season before leaving for Portsmouth.

He joined Wigan two years later in 2017 winning the League One title at the first time of asking.

The EFL has stated the Latics, currently 15th in the Championship, will be deducted 12 points this season if they finish above the relegation zone.

However, if Wigan finish in the bottom three this campaign then they will be deducted the 12 points next season.

Administration comes just one month after they were taken over by Next Leader Fund.

“As a result of Wigan Athletic confirming they have entered into administration, the club will be subject to a 12-point deduction and, in accordance with EFL regulations, the timing of the sporting sanction can only be determined once final league placings in the Championship are determined,” the EFL said.

“If in the event the club is relegated by virtue of their final position following the conclusion of the Championship season, then the deduction will apply in League One in 2020/21. However, if the club is not in the relegation places following the final game of season, the sanction will then be applied to their season 2019/20 total and final league standings amended as appropriate.

“The EFL is awaiting formal notification from the administrators and once the league has received this it will commence discussions with the relevant individuals with the aim of achieving a long-term future for the club.”

Paul Stanley, Gerald Krasner and Dean Watson of Begbies Traynor have been appointed as joint administrators.

Stanley said: "We understand that everybody connected with the club and the wider football world is seeking clarity on the future of Wigan Athletic.

"That's exactly what we are seeking to provide as we move through this process and we seek out interested parties to rescue this famous old club here in the region.

"It is a fast-moving situation and we will provide updates on key developments."