Carlisle United Football Club can confirm that defender Jon Mellish has joined Sky Bet League One side Wigan Athletic for an undisclosed fee.
Fan favourite Mellish, 27, signed for United in May 2019 and has gone on to make 246 appearances and score 32 goals for the club.
During his spell at Brunton Park, he netted 16 goals in the 2020/21 campaign, before helping the Blues achieve promotion to Sky Bet League One through the play-offs in 2022/23.
Jon said: “It's been some ride. Never did I think five-and-a-half-years ago I'd achieve all I have at Carlisle.
"I've grown such a connection with the club and I've loved every minute of it. I've got so many memories for life now that I'll never forget."
Head Coach, Mike Williamson said: “Jon is someone we didn't want to lose but he expressed his wishes to go and play at the highest level which we fully respect.
"His service and commitment to this club has been fantastic and I'm sure everyone will wish him all the best as he moves on."
Sporting director Rob Clarkson said: “Naturally we are disappointed to lose Jon, but he felt as though it was an opportunity he couldn’t turn down at this stage in his career.
"We wish him well at Wigan and I’m sure he will be a success there."
