Wrexham face unprecedented transfer battle to keep key stars this summer
Wrexham face a struggle to retain Callum Doyle and Josh Windass as Rangers and Premier League clubs circle following a record-breaking Championship season.
For the first time since the Hollywood takeover, Wrexham are heading into a summer where they may struggle to retain their best players. The club's meteoric rise has brought them to a level where Premier League sides and European giants can offer incentives that are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.
Manager Phil Parkinson has been vocal about the need to bolster the squad to navigate a brutal Championship field next season, especially with relegated Premier League sides bringing significant parachute payments to the division.
At the center of defensive talks is Callum Doyle. The 22-year-old was a standout performer this season, sweeping end-of-season awards. Captain Dom Hyam admitted the club faces a difficult task in keeping him:
He’s a really quality player. I think he’s got everything. He’s technically so calm. He’s a beast as well, and he’s young. I think that’ll unfortunately attract some big clubs. It’s obviously out of our hands, but he’s got a big future. Dom Hyam
Meanwhile, veteran forward Josh Windass is the subject of intense speculation. After a standout season, he has been linked with a move to Rangers, currently managed by his former mentor Danny Rohl. While there is no formal bid, the connection makes it a persistent talking point for the club.
The exodus risk extends further, with midfielder Lewis O’Brien being linked to Hull City. With the Tigers' transfer embargo expected to be lifted, Wrexham may face bids that could allow them to secure a profit on their investment.