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Wales Online
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- Wales Online
Ryan Reynolds looking to poach top Cardiff City star in new Wrexham twist
Ryan Reynolds looking to poach top Cardiff City star in new Wrexham twist The north Walian club have been linked with a move for one of Cardiff's senior stars Ryan Reynolds co-owner of Wrexham on the phone (Image: Getty Images) Wrexham are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing Cardiff City captain Calum Chambers as Phil Parkinson looks to further strengthen his squad. The Dragons have been busy in the transfer market this summer, recruiting eight new players following their promotion from League One, including former Cardiff star Kieffer Moore. Another of those additions was centre-back Conor Coady, who joined from Leicester City earlier this month to bolster Wrexham's defensive options. But Parkinson is said to be keen on bringing in at least one more defender before the transfer window closes, with a number of targets still under consideration. Join the Cardiff City breaking news and top stories WhatsApp community. Wrexham have been linked with Sheffield United's Jack Robinson, while Bournemouth and Wales international Chris Mepham is also on the radar. A deal for Mepham is considered to be 'very expensive' at this stage, but a move has not been completely ruled out. Article continues below And, according to journalist Graeme Bailey, attention has now turned to Chambers, who is said to be a player of strong interest to Parkinson. Chambers, 30, joined Cardiff last year but suffered relegation to League One at the first time of asking. Whether a move back to the Championship would interest him remains to be seen. Sheffield United are among the other clubs believed to be monitoring his situation, meaning Wrexham could face competition if they decide to push ahead. Versatility is a key part of Chambers' appeal, with the experienced defender capable of playing in multiple positions, including as part of a back three. 'Calum Chambers is an outstanding player at Championship level, and you can see why someone like Phil Parkinson would be keen,' Bailey told The Wrexham Insider. 'Chambers is very much one to watch in the final two weeks of the window.' Calum Chambers of Cardiff City during the Carabao Cup first round match between Cardiff City and Swindon Town (Image: Getty Images) Chambers has started Cardiff's last two games against Port Vale and Swindon Town, and has two years remaining on his Bluebirds deal. Cardiff have allowed 14 players to leave so far this summer, with another centre-half, Jesper Daland, also in talks with other clubs over a potential departure. Chambers was asked last week about the disappointment of relegation in his first season, but insisted he was happy to be at the club where he was recently appointed skipper. "I'm happy to be here," he said. "You can't predict what's gonna happen in football. You've just got to enjoy the journey and that's what I'm doing." He added: "The manager's been amazing since he's come in. Article continues below "Pre-season has gone really well. Everyone is buzzing, the boys are really excited, with the style and the identity we have now, I think it works amazingly with the group and the players that we have. "I feel there's a real identity about us and and a path going forward in the way we want to play. The vibe around the place is really good." Wrexham were linked with a move for Callum Robinson earlier this summer. Join the Cardiff City breaking news and top stories WhatsApp community.
BBC News
01-08-2025
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- BBC News
Colwill succeeds Ramsey as Cardiff number 10
Cardiff City have a new number 10, with Rubin Colwill taking the jersey vacated by Aaron Ramsey for the 2025-26 23, was named Cardiff's new vice-captain on Friday and will lead the team in their League One opener against Peterborough United on Saturday because new skipper Calum Chambers is the Wales international will take to the field wearing 10, having previously worn number has now been passed to his younger brother, midfielderJoel announced their squad numbers on Friday, with the majority of players keeping the same numbers they had from last four, eight and nine are among the notable vacancies following a summer clearout which has has seen 11 senior players leave the club.
BBC News
01-08-2025
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- BBC News
Cardiff make Chambers captain, with Colwill deputy
Cardiff City head coach Brian Barry-Murphy has named Calum Chambers as the club's new captain, with Rubin Colwill taking the vice-captain leadership positions at the club were vacant after the summer departures of Joe Ralls, Aaron Ramsey and Callum O' gave several players the opportunity to wear the armband during pre-season games, before choosing Chambers as the club's new 30-year-old centre-back is the oldest outfield player in the Cardiff squad going into the 2025-26 season, and joined the club in July 2024 after leaving Aston defender, who can also play in midfield, won three England caps in 2014 and spent eight years at Arsenal, where he won the FA Cup and Community who captained England at under-21 level, will lead the Bluebirds out for the first game back in League One against Peterborough on midfielder Colwill, 23, has spent his entire career with Cardiff, more than 150 appearances for the club since his senior debut in February 2021.
New Straits Times
10-07-2025
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- New Straits Times
JDT fight back to hold Cardiff in friendly
KUALA LUMPUR: Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) were held to a 2-2 draw by England's League One side Cardiff City in a friendly in Spain on Wednesday. JDT fielded a full-strength starting XI, led by Spanish playmaker Natxo Insa, while Cardiff were anchored at the back by former Arsenal defender Calum Chambers. National striker Joao Figueiredo nearly fired JDT in front but was denied by Cardiff keeper Ethan Horvath. The Bluebirds had a golden opportunity of their own when Ollie Tanner's low drive whistled just past Andoni Zubiaurre's post. The Malaysians were dealt a blow just before the break as Moussa Sidibe was sent off for a reckless challenge, leaving JDT to battle the second half with 10 players. Cardiff capitalised almost immediately after the restart. David Turnbull drilling home from inside the box in the 48th minute to break the deadlock. But JDT showed grit, with Jairo da Silva sweeping in the equaliser to level the score. The Welsh side hit back again through Robin Colwill, who curled a brilliant free-kick to make it 2-1. Tensions flared in the 83rd minute when Cardiff substitute Yousef Salech was shown a straight red for a dangerous tackle. JDT's Oscar Arribas pounced on a defensive mix-up to slot home the equaliser and rescue a draw at the death.
BBC News
25-04-2025
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- BBC News
Chambers has 'every belief' in Cardiff survival
Defender Calum Chambers has "every belief" that Cardiff City can still retain their Championship status but says they must win their final two games of the Bluebirds are three points from safety with West Bromwich Albion and Norwich City still left to play.A win at home to West Brom would take Cardiff's relegation fight to the final fixture at Carrow Road. A draw will mean they will have to rely on other results to prolong their season, while a defeat will almost certainly see them relegated because of their goal difference."We know what we need to do and what's required," said Chambers."All our focus is on the next game [against West Brom] and it's a must win for us to get three points."As a group, we all know that is the game we need to go and win, so we are all focused on that and that's what we are doing our best to do."I have every belief in this team and squad, the whole season I've been saying the same thing. It's unfortunate the situation we are in, it's down to us now to put it right and go out and win the remaining two games we've got - that's all we can do."Chambers says everyone at the club takes "accountability" for the Bluebirds' predicament but says there is no single reason for the poor campaign."You can't point your finger at one thing," added Chambers."It's a collective, there are things that haven't gone right for us throughout the season, there's not one thing you can say that it's down to - it's a collective of things."Everyone has to take accountability for that. We are all aware of where we are, so no one needs telling in the dressing room or around the club."We are just doing everything we can to get it right."
