**Brighton and Hove Albion have received a bid from ambitious League One side Wigan Athletic for winger Caylan Vickers after he was recalled from a spell at Barnsley.**
Vickers made 22 appearances for the Tykes before his loan spell was cut short earlier this month. The youngster was able to showcase his ability in the early parts of the season, but saw his influence wane as the season entered the winter period.
Sporting Director [Jason Ayto](https://www.brightonandhovealbion.com/media-article/mu21-transfer-news-caylan-vickers-return-barnsley-january-2026) admitted they would have to look at all options in January.
> “Caylan started the season really well with Barnsley, starting lots of games over the first few months of the season, but now he will return to us.
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> “We will review his options and may look to secure another loan in the coming weeks as part of his development.”
The winger joined the Premier League side in 2024 from Reading and has since gone on to enjoy a loan spell at Mansfield Town before linking up with Barnsley this season.
Vickers has also been a regular in the Seagulls’ youth team, contributing nine goals in 36 appearances for the under 21 side.
However, a permanent move could be on the cards as Ryan Lowe looks to bolster his squad after another disappointing defeat, this time at the hands of promotion chasing Lincoln City.
According to [FLW](https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/wigan-athletic-submit-transfer-bid-to-brighton-for-ex-barnsley-player-caylan-vickers/), the Latics have submitted a bid to bring Vickers to the club as they try and see off competition from “a number of EFL clubs”.
Whilst the identity of the interested parties remain unknown, previous sources have linked him to a move to the Championship.
Wigan Need Change Now
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Ryan Lowe is in trouble. His side’s form and performances on the pitch have left a lot to be desired. The usual “Lowe Out” tweets have begun to surface which will only pile on more pressure to the struggling boss.
The club remain out of the relegation zone only on goal difference and could be dragged further in as teams below them begin to pick up points.
With time running out it could be now or never to make the necessary improvements to retain their League One status for another season.