Son of former Manchester City Captain Steve, Daniel spent the majority of last season on loan with Scottish First Division side Hamilton Academical.
His performances in the centre of midfield north of the border earned rave reviews, making 19 appearances in the league and cup, scoring four goals and helping Accies reach the final of the Scottish League Challenge Cup, where they unfortunately lost 1-0 to Falkirk. Nonetheless Daniel, who was Captain of the Development Squad before departing, was welcomed upon his return to Latics with a new one-year deal.