Manchester City, aiming for an unprecedented fourth consecutive Premier League title, will kick off their campaign with an away match against Burnley, managed by their former captain Vincent Kompany.

On the evening of August 11, the Treble-winning City side will visit Turf Moor to face Kompany's newly-promoted team, marking the beginning of the 2023-24 season.

This encounter will be the second time Kompany, who led City to four title victories as captain, will face his former club as a manager. In their previous meeting during the FA Cup quarter-final in March, City emerged as dominant 6-0 victors at the Etihad Stadium.

Earlier this week Latics were served a winding-up petition by His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs over unpaid tax bills but, as a result of the takeover, all players and staff will be paid immediately, along with other creditors.

“I am delighted to become involved in Wigan Athletic Football Club. I was born in Wigan, I grew up locally and the community of the town is close to my heart,” said Danson.

“I want to recognise that the club has a hugely-important part to play in the local community, not just for players, but for fans, employees and all its suppliers, business partners and numerous community groups.

“We have worked hard to provide the EFL with a realistic financial plan to stabilise operations.

“We look forward to a fresh start for the club and planning for the upcoming season.”