Shaun Wane refused to speculate on the absence of John Bateman following Wigan's 23-20 victory over Salford.
There has been speculation all week following an incident last weekend in Wigan, which has forced the club to launch an internal investigation.
The club is refusing to comment further until the investigation reaches a conclusion, howeAlready a subscriber? Log in here
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