Carlisle United have unloaded two senior players as they prepare to move into the January transfer market.
Josh Grant has joined Altrincham on loan for the remainder of the 2025/26 campaign while earlier in the week it was confirmed that Will Patching has joined Coleraine on a permanent deal.
Grant, 27, has made 11 Enterprise National League appearances for the club, while also featuring in the Emirates FA Cup.
Head coach Mark Hughes said: “This is a really positive move for Josh. The key thing for him is getting regular games and building up his minutes, and Altrincham can provide that.
“We’ll be keeping a close eye on how he’s doing. We’ve also got the option to recall him if needed, so it’s a move that works well for everyone involved.”
The midfielder will not be eligible for selection when both sides face each other later this month.
Patching, 27, joined the Blues from Derry City after an agreement was reached in late December 2024 for his arrival on January 1 2025.
The midfielder made 10 appearances for the club in the 2024/25 campaign, prior to joining Coleraine on loan in June, where the move will now become permanent.
