Their primary transfer target, goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, has already been playing a pivotal role while on loan from Arsenal, contributing significantly to Wrexham’s consecutive promotions.
Wrexham is gearing up to compete with Premier League teams for their ideal first acquisition after their recent promotion.
Last weekend marked another milestone in Wrexham’s remarkable ascent through the ranks as they clinched a spot in League One, returning to the third tier for the first time in 19 years after back-to-back promotions.
The Welsh club had lingered in the National League for 15 years before Hollywood icons Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney revitalised the team with their takeover in 2021. This season, Wrexham secured promotion with the division's most costly roster, drawing players who were willing to drop a tier to join.
Despite the strong squad, manager Phil Parkinson is eager to strengthen the team for their upcoming campaign in League One.
Interestingly, their primary transfer target, goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, has already been playing a pivotal role while on loan from Arsenal, contributing significantly to Wrexham’s consecutive promotions.
The 22-year-old goalkeeper joined Wrexham shortly after their primary keeper, Ben Foster, retired unexpectedly.
Throughout the season, Okonkwo made 38 appearances and was recently honoured in the League Two Team of the Year at the EFL Awards. Wrexham aims to secure Okonkwo on a permanent basis.
However, with his contract at Arsenal ending this summer and becoming a free agent, they are likely to face intense competition from English Football League teams, and even some European teams.
While the interest in Okonkwo is high, the England youth international is taking his time to decide on his future, and the football betting world is watching closely!
"It has been an incredible season and I am so proud of the team, the staff, and everyone around the club for having the trust in me, and allowing me to show what I can do," he expressed.
"We will see what happens in the future."
Okonkwo's teammates at Wrexham are evidently eager for him to stay. On his latest Instagram post, James McClean urged:
"Sign the contract big boy," while Ryan Barnett added, "Sign da ting."
Wrexham's quest to retain Okonkwo could become a fascinating subplot as they prepare for their next season in League One.
If you are a Wrexham fan, you will be aware of their game against Stockport this Saturday. Here are the match odds, courtesy of Interbet Sportsbook.
Outcome | Odds |
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Wrexham | 7/5 |
Draw | 11/4 |
Stockport | 15/8 |