Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney told how many signings Wrexham need after Championship promotion - with owners tipped to ‘push the button’ if transfer records need to be broken

The Red Dragons have rewritten the record books by becoming the first EFL side to take three successive steps up the Football League ladder. Hollywood co-owners have overseen a remarkable journey following their stunning takeover in 2021.

Big money has been spent on chasing the dream, but the financial playing field will level out considerably in the second tier of English football. Reinforcements will be required in order to avoid slipping into reverse, with everyone at SToK Racecourse aware of that fact.

Former player and manager Andy Morrell has told BBC Sport that Wrexham need “three to five signings” in the summer window, but added on having the core of a competitive squad in place: “They are Championship-ready players who can grow and develop. Ryan Longman, Max Cleworth, Lewis Brunt – and then added on that you have a sprinkling of players like Matty James and James McClean. Players who know what it takes – and also how to deal with the pressure and the spotlight that comes to playing for Wrexham these days.”

Reynolds and McElhenney have smashed recruitment records on a regular basis during their tenure, and more of the same is expected in 2025. Morrell added: “They won't rush it, they will give players who won promotion a chance and use that momentum.

“But they have the resources that if they find themselves with an opportunity, they can push the button to go again like they did in signing Sam Smith.”

Phil Parkinson has revealed that discussions regarding summer transfer business are already taking place, with a top-two finish in League One wrapped up, and more drama is expected to be delivered for the ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ documentary series.