Aimson departs City to join Wigan

The 30-year-old has signed a two-year deal with the Latics, bringing to an end his career at St James’ Park, where he made 61 appearances, scoring four goals.

Signed in January 2023 from Bolton Wanderers, Aimson made 43 appearances for City last term, contributing to 13 clean sheets, including the 1-0 victory over Premier League outfit, Luton Town, in the Carabao Cup.

He is Wigan’s fourth signing of the summer following the arrivals of Michael Olakigbe, Calvin Ramsey and Dion Rankine, who was a team-mate of Aimson’s at City last season.

Commenting on the departure, City boss Gary Caldwell said: “Will first wanted to leave the club in January after a difficult period on the pitch, but we managed to support him through that difficult time. Regrettably, his stance hasn’t changed this summer. Wigan have pursued him throughout the window against my wishes, which has unsettled the player again and forced my hand.

“With one-year left on his contract we are reluctant to let him go, but it is crucial to our team philosophy that every player is 100% committed to our objectives.

“This is purely a football decision and falls in line with the club’s recruitment strategy. An offer has been made that presents a significant return on the club’s investment in Will, we have therefore decided it’s in everyone’s best interests to move on.”

urth signing of the Summer Transfer Window following the arrivals of Michael Olakigbe, Calvin Ramsay and Dion Rankine, bolstering Latics' defence ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.

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