“Would be a tremendous bit of business” – Wigan set sights on former Blackburn defender: The verdict

This article is part of Football League World’s ‘The Verdict‘ series, which provides personal opinions from the FLW writers regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more…

Wigan Athletic are nearing a summer move for former Blackburn Rovers full-back Ryan Nyambe, as per a report from Wigan Today.

The report states that the Latics have made the most progress in a deal for the 24-year-old, with a couple of clubs in the top half of the Championship also in pursuit, whilst there has also been interest from France.

The right-back left Blackburn at the end of June after the Championship outfit were unable to persuade him to sign fresh terms.

The 24-year-old featured 30 times in the league for Rovers last season, surpassing 150 total Championship appearances in the process, operating primarily as a right-back in a solid back four, however, he was also tasked with playing as a wing-back and as a centre-back.

Three of our writers here at FLW have shared their thoughts regarding Wigan’s accelerating interest in the former Blackburn defender…

Billy Mulley 

Yet to conduct any summer business, this would be an excellent signing to kickstart their transfer window, with Leam Richardson seemingly not needing to do too much to his squad.

Possessing a squad that is ready for the rigours of Championship football once more, Nyambe would add vital Championship experience, athleticism and one-on-one defensive qualities.

The 24-year-old has proven to be a top full-back in the Championship during his time with Blackburn, so, should the Latics agree a deal for Nyambe, then it has to be considered as one of the best deals of this window thus far.

Able to create going forward, providing versatility and