Fraser Murray: The First of Many – A Fresh Spark for Latics
Fraser Murray has officially signed on the dotted line with Wigan Athletic, becoming our first summer recruit and setting the tone for Ryan Lowe’s ambitious rebuild.
🎯 A Midfield Marvel on a Two-Year Deal
The 26‑year‑old Glaswegian arrives on a free transfer from Kilmarnock, having refused a contract renewal to test himself south of the border. He’s penned a two-year deal, tying him to the Latics until summer 2027.
🎙️ “Buzzing to Sign”
Murray didn’t hold back on his excitement:
“I’m absolutely buzzing to sign… From the first moment I heard of the interest, I knew this was the place where I wanted to be. It’s a massive club…”
His enthusiasm is contagious — and so is his ambition. With the gaffer lining up his passing game and movement in the final third, Murray insists he’s up for the challenge: “the way I want to play attracted me here” .
🧠 Ryan Lowe’s Tactical Upgrade
Manager Ryan Lowe wasted no time praising his new recruit:
“He will offer us something different in the final third… he has shown his capabilities in helping score and create goals… I’m looking forward to working with Fraser when we return for pre‑season training.”
Lowe clearly sees Murray as a versatile attacking option — whether as a winger, wing-back, or creative midfielder, capable of unlocking stubborn defences and boosting our goal output.
🧭 From Scottish Soil to Brick Community
Born in Glasgow, Murray cut his teeth at Hibernian, developing through their academy before enjoying a productive loan at Dunfermline. In 2021, he joined Killie and in four seasons notched 76 appearances and 6 goals. That includes a Player’s Player of the Year nod — a sign of his peer-respected quality .
⚽ What We Can Expect
- Dynamic presence in the final third — whether threatening down the flank or popping up centrally.
- Creative spark — known for smart balls into the box and goal contributions.
- Energy & adaptability — comfortable as a wing-back, midfield driver, or wide creator.
He’s not just a signing — he’s a statement. With tough League One landing next season, Murray’s flair, flexibility, and finishing could be exactly what Latics need to raise the bar.
🧩 Closing Thoughts
This is more than a signature on a contract — it’s a clear message from Wigan’s new gaffer and recruitment team: we’re coming to win. And as Murray said himself, there’s “so much more to come”.
Welcome to the Brick Community Stadium, Fraser. Let’s make June 9, 2025 a date to remember.
However, with this news, it is believed that Latics are not interested in Huddersfield Town’s Antony Evans despite being linked.