Former Liverpool and Leeds United man is Wigan Athletic's fourth summer signing
Jeremiah Chilokoa-Mullen hailed the 'promising project here' after becoming Wigan Athletic's fourth signing of the summer on a two-year deal from Dunfermline Athletic.
The 22-year-old defender, who has captained both his club side and the Scotland Under-21s in the last 12 months, joins for an undisclosed fee.
Leeds-born Chilokoa-Mullen had been courted by clubs in both England and Scotland before being won over by Gary Caldwell's vision for the rebuild.
“I'm delighted to be here, and I can’t wait to get going," said Chilokoa-Mullen. "After I spoke to the gaffer and all the staff, it seemed like a promising project moving forward.
"The club is looking to achieve big things this season, they think I will fit in well, which is always nice to hear, and I will try my best every time I put on the shirt.”
Chilokoa-Mullen admits he can’t wait to work with Caldwell.
“The gaffer played in my position, so I can learn from him and receive individual tips,” he said. “He’s had a great career himself, and he will definitely help me.
"As a centre back, you need to be vocal and a leader. You can see lots of things ahead of you, and you have to help the players around you. It’s an important trait to have.
“I’m an athletic defender who likes to play on the ball and defend on the front foot. The way we want to play fits me, and was a big reason as to why I have come here.
“I still have a lot of developing to do, but that’s what football is all about. You want to come in every day and try to do better."
Chilokoa-Mullen came through the ranks at Liverpool, before joining the academy at his hometown club at the age of 16, where he played alongside fellow new signing Sonny Perkins.
After a loan spell at Inverness Caledonian Thistle, Chilokoa-Mullen made a permanent move to Dunfermline in February 2025, and captained them last season, while also being named player of the year.
Chilokoa-Mullen, who has represented Scotland at Under-16, Under-18 and Under-21 level, follows Max Power, Connor Barrett and Perkins in bolstering the Latics squad ahead of the new campaign.
The deal includes an option for a further 12 months.