Wrexham's Championship Promotion Journey: Hollywood Owner Says Strengthening 'Only Lacks the Right Moment', Playoff Expansion Brings Benefits

ScoreFast365 August 17 - According to Sky Sports, Wrexham, who narrowly missed out on the Championship playoffs by two points last season, is set to make a push for promotion this year. Club co-owner Ryan Reynolds likened this summer's recruitment strategy to a "kitchen renovation," stating that after a major squad overhaul last summer, only a few positions need strengthening this time.

This summer, Wrexham has completed three significant signings: goalkeeper Anthony Patterson from Sunderland for a club-record transfer fee, defender Danny Imray from Crystal Palace, and midfielder Ben Whitman from Preston. Head coach Phil Parkinson admitted that the squad is "not yet at an ideal state" and is working hard to strengthen, urgently needing a top striker.

This season, the Championship playoff spots have expanded from 6th to 8th place, meaning that if this rule had been in place last season, Wrexham would have qualified for the playoffs.