Another Wigan Athletic starlet secures future
Hughes, who joined Latics as an Under-15 player following spells at Manchester City and Liverpool, was in the second year of his apprenticeship at the DW.
But the ball-playing centre-back has been rewarded for his progress, which saw him named on the bench for the recent first-team fixture against Wolves Under-21s in the Papa John's Trophy.
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Hide Ad“We are delighted to see Charlie sign his first professional contract," said Academy chief Gregor Rioch.
"Not only is he a talented footballer, but Charlie is a dedicated young man and a fantastic leader.”
Hughes made 14 starts for the Under-18s last season.
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