Portsmouth make 'approach' for Wigan Athletic star linked with Rotherham United and Derby County

Portsmouth have reportedly made an approach to sign Wigan Athletic star Callum Lang, a player said to be of interest to Rotherham United and Derby County.
Tom Coates
By Tom Coates
Published 24th Jan 2024, 12:52 BST

The 25-year-old has been on Wigan’s books for over a decade and has made a total of 143 appearances for the club. However, Wigan appear to have a battle on their hands to retain him.

According to The News, Portsmouth have lodged an enquiry regarding the possibility of securing the forward’s services.

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Lang has previously been linked with Derby and Rotherham and Millers boss Leam Richardson is someone he knows well. The pair worked together at Wigan when Richardson was in charge of the Latics.

Wigan Athletic's Callum Lang has been linked with Rotherham United. Image: Gareth Copley/Getty ImagesWigan Athletic's Callum Lang has been linked with Rotherham United. Image: Gareth Copley/Getty Images
Wigan Athletic's Callum Lang has been linked with Rotherham United. Image: Gareth Copley/Getty Images

Richardson has made no secret of his desire to have his ranks bolstered, although a January signing is yet to be made at the New York Stadium.

The only bit of transfer activity concerning Rotherham happened yesterday (January 23), when defender Tolaji Bola was loaned out to Burton Albion.

Incomings do appear necessary for Rotherham, who sit rock-bottom of the Championship table on 19 points. They are set to return to action this weekend when Southampton visit the New York Stadium.

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