Ryan Trevitt makes Wigan Athletic return after leaving Brentford - 'I am so excited to be back'
Ryan Trevitt has returned to Wigan Athletic on a permanent basis
Wigan Athletic have signed midfielder Ryan Trevitt on a permanent basis following the expiry of his contract at Premier League side Brentford.
The 23-year-old has signed a two-year contract at the Brick Community Stadium and will link up with Gary Caldwell for the third time in his career, having been previously signed by the Latics boss twice at Exeter City.
Trevitt has become the club’s eighth signing of the summer transfer window, following on from the arrivals of Max Power, Connor Barrett, Sonny Perkins, Jeremiah Chilokoa-Mullen, Akeel Higgins, Hindolo Mustapha and Joe Walsh.
Trevitt made a sizeable impression during his loan spell at Latics last season, making 14 appearances, contributing to six victories and four draws.
The Guildford-born midfielder played a part in Latics’ survival run at the backend of last season, before picking up an injury in a draw with Port Vale, which cut his campaign short.
“I am absolutely buzzing to get this over the line,” said Trevitt. “The way last season ended, it wasn’t ideal, and I had it in my head that hopefully I would be back here.
“I am so excited to be back, and hopefully we can have a successful season. As soon as I heard the interest, I knew straight away that this place was the right place to be.
“I enjoyed my time here so much last season - it’s a massive club with great fans, and all the people at the club are good people.
“I love playing for Gary. This is the third time I have had a stint under him, and I know exactly what he wants from me on the pitch and off the pitch. Gary gives you freedom to express yourself and show what you can do, whilst also being in a good structure. In the times I’ve played under him, I’ve done well, so hopefully I can continue that.
“I see this as a fresh start. I am doing every one per cent to be in the best condition and best shape, and I’ll make sure I’m at it. I feel really fit - I worked hard the whole summer, and I am ready to go.
“There’s nothing better than playing football every day, and having games week to week, so I cannot wait to get back into that rhythm.”