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The Irish Sun
25-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Wrexham's millionaire Hollywood owners set to be hit hard in the pocket as they try and build Championship squad
WREXHAM are learning there is a financial downside to their dramatic rise up the divisions. Phil Parkinson's Championship new-boys are offering huge deals to new players — but they are also stuck with older ones who have just picked up hefty pay rises for being promoted. 3 Wrexham finished second in League One this term Credit: AP 3 Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have now inspired Wrexham to three promotions Credit: Getty The likes of striker Wrexham finished second in League One on 92 points, five above Stockport and 19 behind runaway champions Upon the end of the season, the Red Dragons announced exits for eight players. Steven Fletcher, Mark Howard, Josh Adam, READ MORE FOOTBALL While Sam Dalby snubbed a new deal in January and will also be leaving. Wrexham have offered Callum Edwards a new deal. While an option to extend Aaron James' deal by a further year has been triggered. Wrexham have already been linked with several players since earning promotion. Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK The Red Dragons are reportedly Cairney, 34, is out of contract and available on a free transfer. Wrexham stars celebrate in iconic Las Vegas casino and hijack luggage cart after Hollywood owners splash £500k on party But the former Scotland international would command hefty wages. Wrexham are believed to be in the market for experienced players, with Cairney fitting the bill. 3 Tom Cairney has been linked with a move to Wrexham Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Wrexham confirm EIGHT players leaving after promotion to Championship including star who rejected new deal
Scroll down to see all the players who have left HERE'S THE WREX-IT Wrexham confirm EIGHT players leaving after promotion to Championship including star who rejected new deal Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WREXHAM have confirmed that EIGHT players will be leaving the club. The Welsh outfit have achieved a remarkable three promotions consecutively under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Wrexham have been promoted to the Championship Credit: Rex 2 Steven Fletcher is one of eight players who have left the club Credit: Getty However, their season in the Championship will not include a number of stars that helped them climb up the English football ladder. Wrexham has now confirmed that eight players have will leave the club upon the expiry of their contracts. This includes former Premier League star Steven Fletcher. The striker formerly played for the likes of Sunderland, Burnley, Stoke City and even on loan at Marseille in France. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL CLIFFE EDGE Man Utd owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's fortune plummets by more than £6billion He joined Wrexham back in 2023 and made 77 appearances, scoring 16 goals. Fan favourite goalkeeper Mark Howard has also been released and he penned a touching tribute to the club. He wrote on Instagram: "From the moment I pulled on the Wrexham shirt, I have tried to bring professionalism, passion, and personality to the club. "As I reflect on what an incredible journey it's been, I consider myself fortunate to have shared a dressing room with the best teammates. Everyday I have left with a smile on my face wanting to come back and do it all over again. Love you boys. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS "Being able to say I'm the only goalkeeper ever to do the 3peat. Back2Back2Back. I say tongue in cheek. "I am deeply grateful for the opportunities I've had here. Working alongside some of the most amazing staff on and off the pitch, giving me the encouragement to do more, I cannot thank you enough. 'He's got the fastest hands' - Wrexham star James McClean tipped to beat up Jake Paul in boxing fight Wrexham squad update Here is a full rundown of players with updated roles at Wrexham... Released: Steven Fletcher Mark Howard Sam Dalby Jordan Davies Harry Dean Brad Foster Liam Hall Josh Adam Offered new deal: Callum Edwards Automatic extension: Aaron James Decision pending: James Rainbird "The connection with the fans was tough at times but now I feel part of the family, I would like to think you've all grown to love me. "At this stage I still feel like I have more football in me, so it's not retirement yet, I still want to dive around while my body lets me. "Finally, a huge thank you to these two amazing people." Jordan Davies, Harry Dean, Brad Foster, Josh Adam and Liam Hall have all also been released. The club also revealed that Sam Dalby as offered a new deal to stay but was turned down. He spent last season out on loan at Dundee United and netted 14 goals in 34 appearances in the Scottish Premiership. More to follow... THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball.
The Irish Sun
16-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Wrexham confirm EIGHT players leaving after promotion to Championship including star who rejected new deal
WREXHAM have confirmed that EIGHT players will be leaving the club. The Welsh outfit have achieved a remarkable three promotions consecutively under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Advertisement 2 Wrexham have been promoted to the Championship Credit: Rex 2 Steven Fletcher is one of eight players who have left the club Credit: Getty However, their season in the Championship will not include a number of stars that helped them climb up the English football ladder. Wrexham has now confirmed that eight players have will leave the club upon the expiry of their contracts. This includes former Premier League star Steven Fletcher. The striker formerly played for the likes of Sunderland, Burnley, Stoke City and even on loan at Marseille in France. Advertisement READ MORE ON FOOTBALL He joined Wrexham back in 2023 and made 77 appearances, scoring 16 goals. Fan favourite goalkeeper Mark Howard has also been released and he penned a touching tribute to the club. He wrote on Instagram: "From the moment I pulled on the Wrexham shirt, I have tried to bring professionalism, passion, and personality to the club. "As I reflect on what an incredible journey it's been, I consider myself fortunate to have shared a dressing room with the best teammates. Everyday I have left with a smile on my face wanting to come back and do it all over again. Love you boys. Advertisement Most read in Football Latest JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS "Being able to say I'm the only goalkeeper ever to do the 3peat. Back2Back2Back. I say tongue in cheek. "I am deeply grateful for the opportunities I've had here. Working alongside some of the most amazing staff on and off the pitch, giving me the encouragement to do more, I cannot thank you enough. 'He's got the fastest hands' - Wrexham star James McClean tipped to beat up Jake Paul in boxing fight Wrexham squad update Here is a full rundown of players with updated roles at Wrexham... Released: Steven Fletcher Mark Howard Sam Dalby Jordan Davies Harry Dean Brad Foster Liam Hall Josh Adam Offered new deal: Callum Edwards Automatic extension: Aaron James Decision pending: James Rainbird "The connection with the fans was tough at times but now I feel part of the family, I would like to think you've all grown to love me. Advertisement "At this stage I still feel like I have more football in me, so it's not retirement yet, I still want to dive around while my body lets me. "Finally, a huge thank you to these two amazing people." Jordan Davies, Harry Dean, Brad Foster, Josh Adam and Liam Hall have all also been released. The club also revealed that Sam Dalby as offered a new deal to stay but was turned down. Advertisement He spent last season out on loan at Dundee United and netted 14 goals in 34 appearances in the Scottish Premiership. More to follow... THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. Advertisement The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video . Like us on Facebook at
Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘I cannot thank you enough' – Wrexham legend thanks Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as he announces departure
Players and staff have posted their well-wishes to the experienced pro LEFT HIS MARK 'I cannot thank you enough' – Wrexham legend thanks Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as he announces departure WREXHAM fan-favourite Mark Howard has announced his exit from the Welsh club after helping them climb the Football League. Howard, 38, confirmed his exit from the Racecourse in an emotional statement on social media - thanking Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney for bringing him to the club. 5 Mark Howard has announced his exit from Wrexham Credit: instagram @markhoward.1 5 The goalkeeper thanked Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in an emotional statement Credit: Rex Howard joined Wrexham in 2022, helping the club secure promotion into the Football League as the first choice goalkeeper alongside former Premier League star Ben Foster. While he has had a smaller role in recent seasons, losing his starting spot to Arthur Okonkwo as Wrexham have earned another two successive promotions from League Two and League One. Howard, who is nicknamed Chomp, featured just 11 times in League One last season and will depart ahead of the Red Dragon's return to the Championship. In a statement revealing that he isn't planning on retiring just yet, he wrote: "From the moment I pulled on the Wrexham shirt, I have tried to bring professionalism, passion, and personality to the club. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL GROUND TO A HALT Championship club get deadline to leave stadium as future 'not guaranteed' "As I reflect on what an incredible journey it's been, I consider myself fortunate to have shared a dressing room with the best teammates. "Everyday I have left with a smile on my face wanting to come back and do it all over again. Love you boys. "Being able to say I'm the only goalkeeper ever to do the three-peat. Back-to-back-to-back. I say tongue in cheek. "I am deeply grateful for the opportunities I've had here. 5 CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS "Working alongside some of the most amazing staff on and off the pitch, giving me the encouragement to do more, I cannot thank you enough. "The connection with the fans was tough at times but now I feel part of the family, I would like to think you've all grown to love me. Wrexham stars celebrate in iconic Las Vegas casino and hijack luggage cart after Hollywood owners splash £500k on party "At this stage I still feel like I have more football in me, so it's not retirement yet, I still want to dive around while my body lets me. "Finally a huge thank you to these two amazing people. Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds." Wrexham stars were quick to pass on their well-wishes to the experienced shot-stopper. Elliot Lee wrote: "The oldest goalkeeper there ever was. I will miss you old man". While Andy Cannon added: "One of the best. What a man". Steven Fletcher posted: "Chompy, what a fella. Friend for life big man." And Wrexham director and comedian Humphrey Ker wrote: "Farewell to a man who never let us down and always lifted us up. One of the greats. The Chomp." Howard, who previously played for the likes of Sheffield United and Blackpool, leaves Wrexham having made 58 appearances and kept 19 clean sheets for the club. He could be the first of many to leave on the expiration of their current deals at Wrexham as the club look to bring in more talent to compete in the Championship next season. Wrexham are yet to release their retained list, however a number of players are set to run out of contract - including former Scotland international Steven Fletcher. 5 Wrexham earned promotion into the Championship this season Credit: Rex
The Irish Sun
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Wrexham stars celebrate in iconic Las Vegas casino and hijack luggage cart after Hollywood owners splash £500k on party
WREXHAM stars hijacked a luggage cart and drove it through an iconic Las Vegas casino during their wild promotion bash. Hollywood star owners Ryan Reynolds and Advertisement 9 Wrexham stars hijacked a luggage cart through a Las Vegas casino during their wild promotion bash 9 Dan Scarr was the main culprit for riding the cart through the hotel 9 It was Scarr's first trip to Vegas with the team 9 Wrexham players took group snaps in the lobby with a picture of their promotion celebrations in the middle 9 Ollie Palmer and Scarr led the team through the Bellagio hotel in Vegas The once down and out Welsh outfit pulled off the previously unthinkable with their They finished second on 92 points behind League One's runaway leaders Birmingham City on 111. And by private jet on Thursday for their third promotion party in a row. The players hit a pool party first before being spotted at the luxury Bellagio hotel and casino enjoying downtime. Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL And at one point, centre-back Dan Scarr cheekily stole a maintenance cart and drove it through a corridor as stunned guests looked on. It was Scarr's first trip to Vegas with the team, after signing from Plymouth Argyle last summer. After drinking for most of the day, the players then took group snaps with a group of woman, while laying across the floor of the lobby. Advertisement Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Midfielder George Dobson, 27, was later caught changing his T-shirt with a bottle of beer at his feet. Onlookers also said the players got How Wrexham was transformed from crime-ridden hellhole to Welsh Hollywood as locals say 'next stop's the Premier League' 9 George Dobson was caught changing his shirt with a bottle of beer at his feet Advertisement The players had to wait for firefighters to come and get them out of the elevator as they sobered up. Owners Reynolds and McElhenney have met up and partied with the team in Vegas for the last two years. But the American actors are yet to be seen with the crew this week. Last year the owners put on a Advertisement The squad chilled out poolside with bikini-clad girls, FOUR days straight. A record-extending fourth consecutive move up would see them play in the top-flight for the first time in their 160-year existence. 9 Hollywood star owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney splashed £500,000 on celebrations Advertisement 9 Max Cleworth, Luke McNicholas and Ryan Longman carried through pictures of Wrexham's automatic promotion win 9 Former Burnley star Jay Rodriguez enjoyed his first trip to Vegas with Wrexham
