Ex-Manchester United Ace Pulls Off a Gareth Bale as Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham Suffer Huge Transfer Blow

The soccer transfer window is buzzing. Many exciting transfers are happening while others are on the cards. Every club is planning to upgrade the squad for the next season. And Wrexham AFC is no exception to it.

The club, backed by none other than Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, is pursuing some crucial signings. They set their sights on a former Manchester United prodigy but received a massive blow recently. He followed in the footsteps of the Wales legend to reject the club. 

Wrexham AFC transfer target joins rivals

Phil Parkinson recently revealed they have a squad ready to challenge the EFL League Two teams in the upcoming season. But he reiterated that the Reds are looking for a few signings. As part of the plans, they figured out the former Manchester United star as their target. Wrexham intended to sign Nick Powell to help Paul Mullin in goalscoring.

Stoke City, a second-division team, recently released Powell. The midfielder was available for free after spending four seasons in the EFL Championship. Powell, capable of playing as a striker, was also on the radar of many clubs. His last two seasons may have been inconsistent, with several injuries, but his experience in top divisions made him the hot prospect. 

The Red Dragons received the first setback when Powell opted to train with their rivals Crewe Alexandra. Alexandra is the club where Powell spent his early days before moving to Manchester United. However, he wasn’t able to stamp his authority at Old Trafford. The Alexandra product didn’t even hit the double figures with United in his four years stay. 

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And now, the former Stoke City star decided to join Wrexham rivals Stockport County. County plies its trade in League Two and will rival the world’s third-oldest soccer club. By announcing the Nick Powell signing, County has already made it 1-0 over Wrexham. The club will look into other options now. Another setback after Gareth Bale’s rejection?

Gareth Bale rejected the Reds recently

The 2022-23 season was an exhilarating journey for the Ryan Reynolds’ club. In a Hollywood ending to the season, the club pulled off a sensational title win against Notts County. Their season impressed many, with Welsh legend Gareth Bale. His congratulatory message started a friendly banter with the Reds’ owners.

McElhenney and Reynolds urged the former Real Madrid superstar to come out of retirement and join them in the fourth division next season. However, Bale joked over the opportunity and rejected their offer. Had he accepted it, it would have been a sensational signing. 

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Let us know whether Wrexham AFC’s squad is sufficient for EFL League Two challenge. What changes would you like the club to make?