Bristol City Sign Wigan's Sam Tickle in Four-Year Deal
Bristol City have signed Wigan's Sam Tickle in a four-year deal, strengthening their goalkeeping options in the Championship. The 24-year-old goalkeeper has joined the Robins on a four-year contract, bringing an end to his time at Wigan.
What Happened?
Tickle had been linked with a move away from Wigan for several years, with Premier League clubs like Arsenal and Everton reportedly interested in his services. However, it was Bristol City who ultimately secured his signature, with the goalkeeper revealing that he had been keen on joining the club for some time.
Why it Matters for Bristol City
The signing of Tickle is a significant boost for Bristol City, who have been looking to strengthen their goalkeeping options in recent months. The 24-year-old has established himself as one of the top goalkeepers in the third tier, and his arrival at Ashton Gate is expected to provide a major boost to the team's chances of promotion.
What Comes Next?
With Tickle now on board, Bristol City will be looking to build on their strong start to the season. The Robins currently sit 12th in the Championship, 33 points behind leaders Coventry, and will be hoping to push for a top-six finish in the coming months. Their next fixture is against Charlton at home on February 27, 2027.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 12th in Championship, 62 pts, 17W-11D-18L from 46 games, recent form WLDLD.
Goals this season: 59 scored, 59 conceded (0 goal difference).
Title race: 33 points behind leaders Coventry.
Next fixture: vs Charlton (at home, 2027-02-27) (19th in the table).
