Wigan Athletic seek new manager after Ryan Lowe's departure

Club parts ways with head coach following heavy defeat

Author: Katy WhitePublished 9th Feb 2026

Wigan Athletic are on the hunt for a new head coach after parting ways with Ryan Lowe.

The decision came on the heels of a challenging weekend where the Latics suffered a 6-1 defeat against Peterborough United.

In the interim, Glenn Whelan and Graham Barrow will oversee First Team affairs while the club swiftly searches for Lowe's successor.

The club have thanked Lowe for his efforts:

"The Club would like to place on record its thanks to Ryan for his efforts and wishes him all the best for the future."

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