Wigan Athletic signs Connor Barrett from Walsall on a three-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Wigan Athletic has confirmed the signing of wing-back Connor Barrett from Walsall for an undisclosed fee. Barrett, 24, has signed a three-year contract with an option for an additional season. Wigan manager Gary Caldwell expressed confidence in Barrett's potential for further development after his notable performance in the League Two Team of the Season for 2024-25. Barrett made 91 appearances for Walsall across two seasons following his move from non-league Fylde. He expressed enthusiasm about joining Wigan and the club's ambitions under Caldwell.
- •Connor Barrett joins Wigan Athletic from Walsall.
- •He signed a three-year deal with an option for one more year.
- •Barrett previously played 91 matches for Walsall.
- •Wigan manager Gary Caldwell believes Barrett will improve further.
- •He was named in the League Two Team of the Season for 2024-25.
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Wigan sign Walsall wing-back Barrett
"Wigan Athletic manager Gary Caldwell claims Connor Barrett will get even better at the Brick Community Stadium after signing from Walsall.
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