As we reported earlier in the week Celtic midfielder Liam Shaw – who appears to be surplus to requirements at Parkhead – has today joined Wigan Athletic, managed of course by former Celtic winger Shaun Maloney, on a season long loan deal.

Liam Shaw and Shaun Maloney both outlined their thoughts on the move via the official Wigan Athletic website.

Liam Shaw said: “I’m really happy to be here. I’m looking forward to meeting everyone, getting to know the boys, and getting to business. It’s a massive Club, and when I spoke to the Manager, I really bought into his vision and I can’t wait to get started!”

🎙 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗮𝗺’𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄…

Hear from our seventh summer signing after he arrived on a season-long loan from Celtic FC. 🗣#wafc 🔵⚪️

— Wigan Athletic (@LaticsOfficial) July 22, 2023

Wigan’s First-Team Manager, Shaun Maloney added: “I’m really happy that Liam has joined the Football Club. I have to thank Celtic who pushed hard with us to get this deal done quickly.

“Liam can play many different positions – as a defensive and attacking midfielder – and he started off at centre back at Sheffield Wednesday.

“He’s a really good player and now our squad is really starting to take shape. He’s a great character and brings a different profile physically so I’m glad Liam has joined us for the season, and I hope he’s ready to fight for our cause.”

✍️ 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰, 𝗟𝗶𝗮𝗺!

The versatile midfielder has joined us on a season-long loan from @CelticFC, subject to EFL and FA approval. 🙌#wafc 🔵⚪️

— Wigan Athletic (@LaticsOfficial) July 22, 2023

Celtic also confirmed that the deal had gone through earlier today, wishes the player good luck for the season ahead via the club’s social media channels.

Liam Shaw has joined Wigan Athletic on a season-long loan.

Good luck, Liam! 🍀 https://t.co/p0kHY4ycfN pic.twitter.com/9rYGCWYJdu

— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) July 22, 2023

Best of luck to Liam at Wigan and he’ sure to enjoy working under Shaun Maloney, who will improve his game.

On the back of a loan spell with Morecambe last term, @LiamShawww is determined to gain more senior games under his belt! 👊 #wafc 🔵⚪️

— Wigan Athletic (@LaticsOfficial) July 22, 2023

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