The 35-year-old has joined the Latics from Carlisle United, dropping into the non-league pyramid for the first time in his career. Garner, who had a spell in West Yorkshire with Huddersfield in the 2010/11 season, has joined Oldham on a contract that runs until 2025.

Oldham boss Micky Mellon said: “We’re delighted to have Joe on board, he had other offers but he was very keen to be a part of what we’re doing here. He has fantastic leadership qualities and experience at winning things, he knows the qualities that are needed in the dressing room.”

Garner added: “The way the manager spoke about the team and club, how huge it is, was a major part in me coming here, in addition to already knowing Muzza (Paul Murray).

Former Huddersfield Town loanee Joe Garner has left Carlisle United for Oldham Athletic. Image: Stu Forster/Getty Images

“I just want to get started, helping the team get more wins and hopefully get us out of this league.”

A well-travelled marksman, Garner counts Preston North End and Rangers among his former clubs. In 2021, he had a stint in Cyprus with APOEL, linking up with Mick McCarthy.

His new club Oldham sit sixth in the National League table.

Ex-Huddersfield Town, Nottingham Forest and Watford man joins National League outfit