Wigan defender needs heart treatment
and it’s great we’ve been able to keep them.”
Cowley brought in six new faces during the transfer window, while moving out a handful of want-away players on loan.
Defenders Richard Stearman and Harry Toffolo were joined by midfielders Emile Smith Rowe and Andy King before, on deadline day, Jonas Lossl returned to the club on loan from Everton and Chris Willock was signed from Benfica until the end of the season.
Grant is contracted to Town until the summer of 2022, with the club having the option to extend his terms by a further 12 months, but it would seem more likely the remaining nine Championship matches of the season will be his last in blue and white stripes.
WIGAn defender Antonee Robinson has revealed he needs a medical procedure to correct an irregular heart rhythm before he can play again.
Robinson, 22, has not featured for Latics since a proposed move to AC Milan fell through on transfer deadline day following a medical with the Serie A club.
The full-back said in a statement: “I wanted to update our supporters on my current situation as I have had a number of people asking if I am OK and why I have not played since January.
“During my medical for a potential transfer to AC Milan on deadline day, an irregularity was picked up in my heart rhythm.
“Further testing was required to ensure the move could be finalised and ratified, though there was not enough time to complete this before the transfer deadline.
“Since my return to Wigan, I have been training with the team while being monitored and I have undergone a period of testing and treatment. I feel absolutely fine but this is obviously an issue that needs sorting before I can play again.
“Following consultation with the club’s medical staff and independent specialists, it has been decided I will need a medical procedure later this month to address the irregularity in my heart rhythm – a procedure called an ablation.
“I would like to thank everyone at Wigan Athletic for their support during this period, especially the club’s medical staff.” Town host Wigan tomorrow.