WIGAN hope to tie down top young keeper Sam Tickle to a new contract — despite a growing fan club. Tickle, 21, was recently called up to England Under-21s. Even though he is being eyed by several ...

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Wigan Athletic's date with Manchester United in the FA Cup third round on Monday night will carry extra significance for Sam Tickle. The Latics highly-rated goalkeeper, 21, has blossomed in League One ...