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Here are the latest news and updates from Wigan Athletic Football Club:

Latest News

• Wigan Athletic have announced the signing of midfielder Tom Naylor from Burton Albion on a two-year deal. (Source: Wigan Athletic FC)
• The Latics have also signed striker Will Keane from Ipswich Town on a two-year deal. (Source: Wigan Athletic FC)
• Wigan Athletic have been drawn away to Preston North End in the first round of the Carabao Cup. (Source: BBC Sport)
• The club has announced that tickets for the upcoming match against Hull City on August 14th are now on sale. (Source: Wigan Athletic FC)

Transfer News

• Wigan Athletic have been linked with a move for former player and current Doncaster Rovers midfielder, James Coppinger. (Source: Wigan Today)
• The Latics have also been credited with an interest in signing striker, Ivan Toney, from Peterborough United. (Source: The Sun)

Match Reports

• Wigan Athletic kicked off their 2021-22 season with a 2-0 win over Morecambe in the League One opener. (Source: BBC Sport)
• The Latics then drew 1-1 with Gillingham in their second match of the season. (Source: Wigan Today)

Injury News

• Wigan Athletic midfielder, Lee Evans, is set to miss several weeks after suffering a hamstring injury in the match against Morecambe. (Source: Wigan Athletic FC)
• Defender, Antonee Robinson, is also expected to be out for a few weeks after picking up a knock in the same match. (Source: Wigan Today)

Manager's Comments

• Wigan Athletic manager, Leam Richardson, has praised his team's performance in their opening match of the season, saying: "I'm delighted with the way the lads performed. We looked solid and created some good chances." (Source: Wigan Athletic FC)
• Richardson has also spoken about the importance of building a strong squad, saying: "We need to make sure we've got a good balance in the squad and that we're not too reliant on one or two players." (Source: Wigan Today)