Wigan approaches loan deal for Chelsea midfielder Reggie Walsh
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 5:48 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Wigan Athletic is nearing a season-long loan agreement for Chelsea midfielder Reggie Walsh, 17. Walsh is anticipated to sign a new contract with Chelsea before joining Wigan for his first loan in League One. He recently competed in Chelsea's pre-season tour under manager Xabi Alonso and aims to gain men's football experience after being Chelsea's youngest player in the Champions League. Personal terms and a medical assessment are still pending. Chelsea has also signed Harrison Bettoni from Wigan for their academy.
- •Wigan is close to signing Reggie Walsh on loan from Chelsea.
- •Walsh is expected to sign a new contract before the loan.
- •He aims to play men's football after appearing in the Champions League.
- •Chelsea recently signed Harrison Bettoni from Wigan.
- •Further moves may include Ryan Kavuma-McQueen's loan to Portsmouth.
- 5:48 PMYahoo Sports — Wigan close to loan move for Chelsea's Walsh
"The 17-year-old is also expected to sign a new contract on improved terms before heading out on his first loan spell in League One.
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