Sam Stubbs: Crewe Alexandra sign Wigan Athletic defender on loan

Sam Stubbs could make his Crewe debut against Grimsby on Saturday

Defender Sam Stubbs has joined League Two side Crewe Alexandra on loan from Wigan Athletic until January.

The 18-year-old son of ex-Everton, Celtic and Bolton defender Alan Stubbs, made his professional debut for Wigan in the Carabao Cup earlier this month.

The Liverpool-born player was himself on Everton's books before joining Wigan's academy at the age of 14.

Stubbs, who signed a first-team contract this summer, is scheduled to stay with Crewe until 10 January.

Stubbs becomes the seventh summer signing for Crewe, who have begun the season well, unbeaten in four League Two games.

Crewe's summer trading

Goalkeeper: Will Jaaskelainen (Bolton Wanderers)

Defenders: Michael Raynes (Carlisle United), Eddie Nolan (Blackpool), Sam Stubbs (Wigan Athletic)

Midfield: Brad Walker (Hartlepool United),

Strikers: Jordan Bowery (Leyton Orient), Chris Porter (Colchester United)

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