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Everybody has known Ryan Reynolds for his amazing work as an actor, especially Deadpool. But that identity started changing on February 9, 2021. That was the day when he took over Wrexham AFC with Rob McElhenney in a deal worth $2.5 million.

Who could have thought DM over an Instagram lead Reynolds to invest in the soccer club? And that too in the fifth-tier club. But that has happened, and now the Deadpool star is obsessed with the world’s third-oldest club. His obsession even impacted the filming of Deadpool 3. 

Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham mania affects Deadpool 3

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We are 296 days away from the third sequel of the Deadpool franchise. The filming for the movie is at its peak. But did you know there has been a significant change in the film’s shooting? And that, too, because of Wrexham? As per the English outlet DailyMail, the film’s shooting relocated to the UK. Reynolds and Hugh Jackman recently filmed a fight scene with their lookalikes in Buckinghamshire on Tuesday.

The reports suggest they changed the location to suit the 46-year-old actor. Reynolds’ commitment to the club is undeniable. He has been very much involved with the Welsh club from day one. The efforts and investments Reynolds and McElhenney have put into the club are bearing fruits. Wrexham has made it to the EFL League Two after fifteen years of absence. 

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The promotion means Reynolds will be more involved in supporting the club. With the Deadpool 3 shooting speculated to go for a few more months, it was understandable to change the location. We might see Reynolds frequently visiting SToK Cae Ras to support the Reds for their games in the fourth division. Not only to cheer, but with Welcome To Wrexham garnering massive praise, we might see season three for the upcoming season. 

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The docuseries has played a significant role in taking the Welsh club on the world map. It has helped the club to increase its fanbase worldwide. Moreover, the docuseries has opened a new stream of investment, as the speculations are that season one made around $9.5 million. The Canadian actor is thoroughly involved in the Wrexham project. Be it purchasing a house near Wrexham, interacting with players, a $500,000 Las Vegas party, or the love for the community, Reynolds is developing a close bond with Wrexham.

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