Dean Holden has made his first signing as Bristol City head coach with the capture of Joe Williams from struggling Wigan for an undisclosed fee.

The 23-year-old midfielder, formerly of Everton, has arrived at Ashton Gate on a four-year deal.

Holden told the club’s official website: “Joe is going to form a big part of our squad and so I’m delighted to have this opportunity to work with him, especially as we fought off competition from a number of big clubs.

“Joe is a quality passer of the ball, he is physical too and he has a winning mentality that is so important.”