Jamie Carragher’s son James signs two-year deal at Wigan after being sent back from Oldham loan with injury
JAMIE CARRAGHER’S son James has signed a two-year contract extension with Wigan.
The 20-year-old has been on loan at National League side Oldham this season.
But he recently returned to the Latics following an injury – with his deal set to expire in the summer.
And Championship side Wigan have confirmed he has penned a new deal to keep him at the DW Stadium until 2025.
Wigan boss Shaun Maloney told the club website: “James is a talented young central defender who has a great future ahead of him.
“The pathway from the Academy is already there for all to see and James has an opportunity to play a big part in the first team next season if he continues to work hard.
“I’m looking forward to working with him.”
And dad Jamie shared a picture of him with his son, along with the caption: “Delighted @jcarragher31 has signed a new two year deal @laticsofficial.
“He’s had to show a lot of mental strength these last few months, which will hold him in good stead for a career in football .
“Very proud of you son .”
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Carragher has made five senior appearances for Wigan since arriving in 2021.
He joined the club from Liverpool – where his dad was a club legend.
Wigan are in danger of being relegated to League One just 12 months after securing promotion back to the second tier.
Despite winning back-to-back games, Maloney’s men remain four points adrift of safety with just two games remaining.