WREXHAM could pinch several Premier League stars ahead of their return to League Two next season.
The Welsh side, owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, gained promotion back to the Football League on Saturday following a 3-1 win over Boreham Wood.
Their formidable campaign has been spearheaded by former Cambridge United and Tranmere Rovers striker Paul Mullin, who dropped down to the National League to sign for the Red Dragons two years ago.
Former Manchester United, West Brom and Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster also helped push the club over the line after coming out of retirement to sign a short-term deal last month.
And in preparation for the huge jump up to League Two, Wrexham could acquire the services of some past and present Premier League stars, according to The Express.
Phil Jones
Man Utd veteran Jones is almost certain to leave Old Trafford at the end of the season.
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He was axed from the first team squad altogether at the beginning of the 2022-23 campaign after suffering an injury setback, so he is expected to depart when his contract expires in June.
Wrexham have already signed ex-United star Foster, who has proved to be a successful addition to the squad and a huge hit among fans, so they would likely jump at the chance to snatch Jones on a free transfer.
The 31-year-old has won several titles with the Red Devils including the Premier League, the Europa League and the FA Cup.
Danny Rose
Former England international Rose was axed from Tottenham’s first team squad after a fallout with then-manager Jose Mourinho in 2021.
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He then left the Lilywhites on a free transfer before joining Watford on a two-year deal.
However, he made just 9 appearances for the Hornets before his contract was terminated the following year.
Rose has been very clear in his desire to return to professional football.
While appearing as a pundit on Sky Sports on during Newcastle’s 6-1 win over Tottenham on Sunday, he jokingly asked Eddie Howe: “Do you need a third-choice left-back by any chance?”
When speaking about Spurs’ performance during the game, he also said: “All I’ve been thinking of in that first half is, how am I unemployed?”
Hal Robson-Kanu
Robson-Kanu has already admitted that he would love the chance to play at Wrexham next season.
The 33-year-old, who left West Brom in 2021, is yet to officially announce his retirement from professional football despite not playing for almost two years.
And he recently revealed that should he get his desired move, he will donate all of his wages to charity.
In an Instagram statement, Robson-Kanu wrote: “@vancityreynolds I’ll come out of retirement and come play for @wrexham_afc next season.
“I’ll also give my salary to the charity of the fans’ choosing.”
The striker doubled down on his stance on Sky Sports last week, adding: “Look, Wrexham have done phenomenally well and massive credit to Ryan Reynolds and the whole team down there.
“From my perspective, being able to offer my services to the club, I’m in unique position, which is quite nice. I’m a free agent and I have been for the last two years.
“I’ve not officially announced my retirement, but again I’m 33 years of age. What they’ve done is fantastic. I’m happy to have a conversation and as I said, I’d be happy donate any salary I receive to charity as well.”
Paul Dummett
Newcastle defender Dummett is set to leave St James’ Park when his contract expires at the end of the season.
The 31-year-old has made one appearance this season, but he could play a huge part for Wrexham should he make the switch this summer.
Fraizer Campbell
Campbell has been a free agent since leaving Huddersfield at the end of the 2021-22 campaign.
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The 35-year-old previously enjoyed spells with Tottenham, Cardiff, Hull, Crystal Palace and Sunderland respectively and he was part of the Manchester United squad that won the 2007-08 and 2008-09 Premier League titles.
Should he join Wrexham, Campbell could act as the perfect strike partner for star man Mullin.
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