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Jack Whatmough: Wigan Athletic sign Portsmouth defender

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Jack Whatmough made his Portsmouth debut at the age of 17

Wigan Athletic have signed Portsmouth defender Jack Whatmough.

The 24-year-old s as a free agent after turning down a new deal with Pompey, for whom he made 121 league appearances.

He previously worked with Latics boss Leam Richardson when Richardson was Paul Cook's assistant at Fratton Park.

"He is a leader. I think he will show that with his performances and with how he is in the dressing room," Richardson told the club website.

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