Darrell Clarke on why the number of young Barnsley FC players with ‘points to prove’ will provide a nice balance in 2024-25
Their window work has seen them bring in thirtysomethings in Conor Hourihane and Marc Roberts, two experienced figures who know what it takes to be successful in the third tier at Oakwell.
With the likes of Sam Cosgrove already on deck alongside other leaders such as new captain Luca Connell and Adam Phillips, Barnsley have a bit more of a senior edge these days.
That said, head coach Darrell Clarke is quick to highlight that the prevalence of a number of young and emerging players with ‘points to prove’ to provide a nice counter-balance to that core of experience.
Clarke, whose side were in Carabao Cup action at Wigan Athletic on Tuesday evening, commented: “I am delighted we have added Conor and Marc and added that bit of experience in the changing room, which is vital. Most clubs who are successful have that.
“We have also got a lot of hungry young talent as well who want to get better individually and also have got points to prove.
“That’s important, we want a hungry changing room and environment where players want to better themselves, to make sure we better ourselves. There’s a good age mixture in there.”
Speaking to BBC Sport Manchester, Shaun Maloney confirmed that Wigan Athletic have accepted a bid from Hull City for defender Charlie Hughes.
Currently, there has been no figure given, but the League One side are expected to earn a high seven-figure fee, which could rise further if any add-ons or sell-on clauses are inserted into the deal.
Wigan Athletic manager Shaun Maloney has revealed a major transfer update for the League One side, following their EFL Cup clash against Barnsley.
Maloney’s side took the lead mid-way through the first half courtesy of a penalty from Thelo Aasgaard, before Barnsley hit back in the second half through Donovan Pines.
Ultimately, the cup tie went to penalties and it was Barnsley who prevailed with a 4-2 victory in the shootout to book their place in round two.
Following the full-time whistle, the Wigan Athletic revealed a major transfer update regarding one of his team’s players.
Speaking to BBC Sport Manchester, Shaun Maloney confirmed that Wigan Athletic have accepted a bid from Hull City for defender Charlie Hughes.
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