Wigan Athletic's Paul Mullin Joins Rotherham United
Wigan Athletic's striker Paul Mullin has joined Rotherham United on a free transfer, bolstering the Millers' strike force ahead of the new season. Mullin, 31, spent the first half of the 2025-26 season on loan at Wigan Athletic, scoring five times in 26 outings in all competitions.
Why it Matters for Wigan Athletic
Mullin's departure is a significant blow to Wigan Athletic, who will need to find a replacement for the experienced striker. The club's sixth signing of the summer, Mullin's arrival will significantly bolster the Millers ahead of the start of the new campaign.
What Comes Next?
Rotherham United have completed the signing of experienced striker Paul Mullin on a free transfer. The 31-year-old, who spent the first half of the 2025-26 season on loan at Wigan Athletic, scored five times in 26 outings in all competitions. Mullin was a cult hero during his time in north Wales after joining Wrexham on a free transfer from Cambridge United in 2021. He secured the Sky Bet League Two golden boot award with 32 strikes in 2020-21.
Mullin struggled for opportunities during his spell at Bradford earlier this year and failed to find the net in nine appearances. The frontman spent the first half of the 2025-26 season on loan at Wigan Athletic, scoring five times in 26 outings in all competitions. Despite a modest campaign, Mullin's record at fourth-tier level is an outstanding one and his presence will significantly bolster the Millers ahead of the start of the new campaign.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 16th in League One, 56 pts, 14W-14D-18L from 46 games, recent form LLDWW. Goals this season: 49 scored, 58 conceded (-9 goal difference). Title race: 47 points behind leaders Lincoln.
What's Next for Wigan Athletic?
Wigan Athletic will need to find a replacement for Mullin, who was a key player for the club last season. The club's sixth signing of the summer, Mullin's arrival will significantly bolster the Millers ahead of the start of the new campaign. Wigan Athletic will need to regroup and find a way to replace Mullin's goalscoring threat.
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