Wigan Athletic are preparing to face Sunderland at the Stadium of Light this weekend as they kick off their 2021/22 League One campaign.
Will Keane has spoke on the team’s excitement ahead of the opener following their perfect pre-season in which they won all five matches.
“We’re really excited for next week," he said. “It’s been a tough few weeks in pre-season, but we’ve enjoyed it, and now we’re looking forward to getting underway.
What a great occasion it’s going to be, up there.
"They’ll have a great atmosphere welcoming their fans back.
“But I’m sure we’ll have a great travelling support ourselves and hopefully we can get off to a good start.”
We have gathered the best of today's transfer speculation below.
1. Ipswich Town suffer blow in pursuit of Middlesbrough man
Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock has confirmed that Hayden Coulson won’t be leaving the club just yet. The 23-year-old is wanted by Ipswich Town. (The 72) Photo: Clive Brunskill
2. Bradford City snap up former Rotherham United striker
Bradford City have made Northern Ireland under-21 international Caolan Lavery their ninth signing this summer. Lavery, who had a loan spell with Rotherham United, joins from Walsall. (The Yorkshire Post) Photo: Jacques Feeney
3. Gillingham striker “not short of offers” after being transfer listed
Transfer offers have been made for striker John Akinde but the player is holding out for a deal that’s right for him. Southend United are one club keen to open contract talks with the player. (Kent Online) Photo: James Chance
4. Former Gillingham defender set for medical at Portsmouth
Portsmouth have reportedly agreed a deal for Connor Ogilvie, who quit the Gills at the end of last season. The defender is set to undergo a medical next week. (Football Insider) Photo: James Chance