Phil Parkinson makes surprise Wrexham transfer admission as he confirms major Steven Fletcher blow after toothless performance against Huddersfield

English forward Fletcher was ruled out of action from the Huddersfield clash due to a knee injury as the toothless Red Dragons played out a disappointing goalless draw in League One on Tuesday. Parkinson's men were far from convincing on the pitch as they failed to create many goalscoring opportunities.

While Wrexham dropped crucial two points, on the same night Tom Brady-owned Birmingham City beat Bolton Wanderers 2-0 to extend their lead to four points over the Welsh side at the top of the League One table. The Red Dragons were further rocked by the news of Jack Marriott being ruled out for four months due to an injury.

Speaking to reporters after the match, the manager said of Fletcher's absence: "Fletch is a real problem, a real blow for us. It flared up over the weekend."

Parkinson also admitted that Wrexham might be forced to look for free agents before the January transfer window opens after losing two of their main attackers to injuries.

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's Wrexham side will aim to get back to winning ways on Saturday as they face Charlton Athletic in a League One away fixture.