“What a Great Bloke” – Wrexham Captain Showers Praise on Retired Ben Foster Citing Notts County Penalty Save

The retirement of Ben Foster is heavy news for the supporters of Wrexham. The news might have baffled many but Foster was clear regarding his decision. Foster spoke about his decision with Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson after their League Two draw against Swindon Town. The gaffer was surprised by his decision. But he respected it. Further, Wrexham’s captain had many things to say and many moments to share that the keeper and he enjoyed together.

It might have been a young friendship between the two but the moment fell heavy on the heart of both as they looked to go their separate ways. Let us dive into what Luke Young had to say about Foster’s retirement decision.

Captain lauds Foster’s honesty

Ben Foster’s decision to retire was a decision taken after a lot of thought. He wasn’t satisfied with his performance and felt he didn’t match his standards. Foster felt obliged that the club needed to know about this and have a chance to find a replacement before the transfer window shuts. The honesty in the acceptance of this received a huge salute from Luke Young. Young in a statement to The Leader said, “It’s a sign of what a great bloke he is and fair play to him for being so honest.”

Young reminisces about the pivotal game against Notts County that transformed Wrexham’s fortunes, propelling them onto the global stage. The captain fondly recalls, “I won’t forget him, and who will ever forget that penalty save against Notts County?” This penalty save stands as the defining moment in Wrexham’s recent history. Leading 3-2, Wrexham faced a last-minute penalty against Notts County, brilliantly denied by Foster, securing their victory.

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Young then wished Foster well for his future saying, “I’d just like to wish him all the best in what he does in the future with his podcast and cycling.”  Wrexham now have to enter the transfer market to solve their defensive issue. The transfer deadline is coming to an end and they have a lot of negotiations to do. Let us look at the player they are rumored to sign in this window.

Wrexham shifted its focus to a Portsmouth player

Wrexham is struggling in League Two having conceded 13 goals in 5 matches. The Welsh-based soccer club is now targeting Denver Hume. Currently 15th in League Two standings, Wrexham eyed Hume as the solution to their defensive frailties. The team’s predicament was exacerbated by the unforeseen retirement of Ben Foster, intensifying their challenges during a lackluster start to the season. Hume’s potential addition carried the hope of shoring up Wrexham’s vulnerable backline and turning things around for them.

Ryan Reynolds’s team made an initial bid of $215,000 dollars for Denver Hume.  Hume’s yearning for a change of scenery arose from his erratic displays at League One’s Portsmouth. Though negotiations ensued, a concrete deal is yet to reach for Hume. Hume’s contract is soon to expire and Portsmouth will be willing to offload the player before the deadline day.

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Wrexham needs to move quickly if they want to make an impact in the transfer window. With Ben Foster gone who should Wrexham sign next as their goalkeeper? Let us know in the comments.