Wrexham will start their season tomorrow against MK Dons in the EFL League Two. They are in the higher leagues of England after 15 years and want to make a difference. One of the critical areas of concern, though, is the injury to Paul Mullin. The star striker suffered a lung puncture in a heavy collision against Manchester United goalkeeper Nathan Bishop. Needing oxygen on the pitch, Mullin will take around six-eight weeks to recover. Shortly thereafter, they embarked on a quest to acquire another striker, ultimately landing on James Norwood from Barnsley. However, everything isn’t falling into place.
The striker joined Oldham Athletic in a deal that shocked fans, having been linked with the Welsh soccer club previously. Ryan Reynolds would now need to switch his attentions to another striker, as he looks to bolster the attack after Mullin’s injury.
Fans react to James Norwood snubbing Wrexham for National League team
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As Mullin will be out for several weeks, Norwood’s name came into the limelight. He scored 11 goals last season, helping Barnsley in the league. One fan pointed out in disbelief at how they pulled the transfer deal. The fan tweeted, “How the f**k have they pulled that off?” As Oldham compete in the National League, fans were left bewildered by the striker’s move to a lower league. Wrexham will now play in EFL League Two as Oldham couped a sensational asset.
How the fuck have they pulled that off? https://t.co/pP1wobiN8u
— Zane (@zga_1997) August 3, 2023
Great signing for that level. Wonder why Barnsley let him go
— Drac UK (@drac_uk) August 3, 2023
That is some signing at National League level – performed well for Barnsley last season.
— Sam Ingram (@SamIngram_) August 3, 2023
Another person apparently tweeted a chant that features James Norwood. The chant goes, “James Norwood Wrexham fans are talking about you James Norwood Barnsley fans are talking about you But but you Signed for Oldham now you know that we’re gunna win the league, and you said that you wanted to be here and that you would never leave.”
James Norwood
Wrexham fans are talking about you
James Norwood
Barnsley fans are talking about you
But but youSigned for oldham now you know that we’re gunna win the league, and you said that you wanted to be here and that you would never leave. 1/2#oafc
— Danny Taylor (@dan_taylor12) August 3, 2023
For all those who can't believe #oafc signed James Norwood…
It doesn't matter what league we are in…
We are Oldham Athletic…
and we are fucking massive.
— Judas Pissed (@JudasPissed) August 4, 2023
One fan explained how Oldham was one of the massive clubs in England and remained thrilled with the new signing. Consequently, Oldham is in a sensational position, whereas Wrexham is racing against the clock to find a forward.
James Norwood joining Oldham is massive, what a signing that is.
— Simon Wall (@sammyspireite) August 3, 2023
james norwood signing for oldham🤣 how small must barnsley be😂😂
— sampo🦉 (@sampo1867) August 3, 2023
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Can Ryan Reynolds’ team cope with Mullin’s injury?
Missing a quality striker like Mullin would hurt the team. Consequently, the team would probably struggle to score goals in the opening matches of the season. He scored 46 goals in all competitions last season and became the focal point for the team to add goals. Replacing him would not be straightforward, but other players can step up in his absence.
Wrexham is on the way to becoming one of the most exciting soccer teams to watch this season as they can go on another promotional run. Therefore, can they do it after missing out on James Norwood?
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