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Pompey have made an approach for Wigan attacker Callum Lang.

Callum Joseph Lang (born 8 September 1998) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for EFL League One side Wigan Athletic

The attacker has 31 goals in 143 appearances since coming through Latics ranks.

According to The News, the Blues made an inquiry about the 25-year-old at the end of last week, but no formal bid has been made as of yet.However, things are expected to happen because the vice captain of the Latics asked to leave the DW Stadium today.

Rotherham, managed by his former Wigan boss Lean Richardson, are also keen on a player who can operate across the attacking three behind the striker.Primarily, though, Lang’s strength is seen as the right wing, a position presently occupied by Abu Kamara for the Blues.

A home-grown talent, the popular Lang has scored 31 times in 143 appearances for Wigan and they are looking for a fee for a player contracted until the summer of 2025.

Certainly Pompey have suggested they are willing to do business, while Rich Hughes has previously suggested the money is there for the ‘right player’.

“I have worked with Callum in the past (at Wigan), he’s a wonderful young man, good footballer, but there is nothing in it at this point,” Hughes told The News earlier in the transfer window, downplaying any connections with Lang.

However, the situation has now changed, with the Blues switching attention to him as they seek to add more quality during the transfer window to maintain their leadership of League One.