Transfer rumors, news: Wrexham to move for Premier League stars…
Here’s the latest on Wrexham’s ambitious summer transfer campaign ahead of their Championship debut:
Ryan Hardie joined from Plymouth Argyle for roughly £700 000 on June 16 – the club’s only confirmed purchase so far .
Danny Ward, a former academy and Liverpool goalkeeper, arrived on a free transfer on July 1 and is expected to compete with Arthur Okonkwo .
Tom Cairney (ex-Fulham captain) is a priority; Wrexham reportedly ready to offer competitive wages .
Lewis O’Brien (formerly Nottingham Forest/Swansea) is also being mentioned, with a potential bid near £5 million .
Barry Bannan of Sheffield Wednesday is another target for midfield solidity .
Aaron Cresswell (West Ham veteran) and Jonny Evans (free agent ex-Man Utd) are linked to add experience .
Harry Darling (Swansea centre-back) is another rumored option .
Danny Ings (free agent, former England striker) and Callum Wilson (Newcastle) are in discussions as marquee signings .
Raheem Sterling has been floated as a sensational coup, though his wage demands (~£300K/week) make it unlikely .
Former EFL official Tan Kesler warns Wrexham must carefully balance ambition with Championship viability—unlike Birmingham’s aggressive spend, this division demands stability .
Wrexham are clearly in active recruitment mode, targeting a mix of seasoned Championship pros and Premier League talent—primarily on free transfers or smart-value deals. The focus is strengthening midfield, defense, and strike options without repeating past risky spending. Big-name signings like Sterling remain extremely unlikely given financial demands.
