Wigan Athletic's star player, Sam Tickle, has completed a transfer to Bristol City. The 24-year-old custodian was an ever-present in the league for Latics after making his debut against Rotherham United in the last game of the 2022/23 campaign.
What happened?
Tickle represented England Under-21s during his time at Wigan, as well as being named in the PFA's League One XI two seasons ago. He signed a four-year deal with Bristol City, marking a significant departure for Wigan Athletic.
Why it matters for Wigan Athletic
The transfer leaves Wigan Athletic with a significant gap to fill in their squad. As of the current season, the team is sitting 16th in League One, with 56 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LLDWW. The team has scored 49 goals and conceded 58, resulting in a goal difference of -9.
What comes next?
The departure of Tickle will likely have an impact on Wigan Athletic's performance in the upcoming season. The team is currently 47 points behind leaders Lincoln in the title race.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 16th in League One |
| Points | 56 |
| Recent form | LLDWW |
| Goals scored | 49 |
| Goals conceded | 58 |
| Goal difference | -9 |
