Wright leaves Latics for Ipswich

Wigan defender David Wright has joined Championship club Ipswich for an undisclosed fee.

The 26-year-old, who had a spell on loan at Norwich last season, was out of contract at the end of the season.

Wigan boss Paul Jewell told the club’s official website, www.wiganlatics.co.uk: “Wrighty is a terrific pro who has worked really hard to get his chance with us after a long period on the sidelines.

“He’s never moaned and has always tried his best for me, which as a manager is all you can ask for. Ironically, he’s had his longest spell in the team for a while in recent weeks and had done well, proving to himself that he can perform at the highest level.

“However, I owe it to him to give him the chance of permanent first-team football, which hopefully he will get at Ipswich.”