Latics Land Midfielder Callum Wright on a Season‑Long Loan!
Wigan Athletic have moved swiftly in the transfer market, securing the signing of 25‑year‑old attacking midfielder Callum Wright from Plymouth Argyle on a season‑long loan deal, announced officially on 4 July 2025.
💥 Why Wright is a Big Boost for Latics
- Creative spark in midfield: With a proven knack for creativity, Ryan Lowe wanted a “goalscoring number 8” – and Wright ticks that box perfectly. He “fits that profile” and brings Championship and League One experience.
- A player in demand: Wright chose Wigan over other League One contenders, clearly impressed by Lowe’s ambitious style and the club’s vision for the season .
- Tremendous form and pedigree: He made 35 Championship appearances last season, and his FA Cup heroics included a pivotal strike in Plymouth’s shock win over Liverpool.
🗣️ The Player & Manager Speak
- Callum Wright reflected: “It’s an amazing football club … As soon as the gaffer got in touch … I wanted to come here. … I’ve got lots of goals and assists over the seasons, and I want to… get Wigan bouncing again.”
- Ryan Lowe (Head Coach) said: “We’ve been searching for a goalscoring midfielder… Callum fits that profile. … He is extremely creative and comes alive in the final third.”
📈 A Proven Trajectory
Wright rose through youth setups at Tranmere Rovers, Everton, Blackburn Rovers, and Leicester City before embarking on loan stints at Cheltenham Town – where he helped earn promotion from League Two – and then Calum’s permanent move to Blackpool. He joined Plymouth in January 2023 and featured prominently through their League One title triumph and into Championship survival.
⚽ What Lies Ahead
- Boost to midfield depth: Joining Paul Mullin (on loan from Wrexham), Dara Costelloe, and Fraser Murray, Wright strengthens what is shaping up to be a powerful attacking unit.
- Key player ambitions: As Latics prepare for their third year in League One under Lowe, Wright’s blend of youth, skill, and ambition could help energise the club’s push for promotion.
📝 In Summary
Wigan Athletic have signed a dynamic, goal-minded midfielder who not only fulfills a strategic need in midfield but also brings Championship-level experience and ambition. Wright’s arrival is a statement of intent: Latics are assembling a squad ready to roar.
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