‘With the greatest of respect’ – Wrexham told why ambitious January transfer is unlikely despite ‘glitz and glamour’ of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney

With Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney continuing to make the funds available that allow Phil Parkinson to recruit in each passing window, the Red Dragons have seen a move for England international striker Bamford speculated on.

He is, however, on big money at Championship promotion hopefuls Leeds – having previously represented them in the Premier League – and is not expected to reach an agreement that would see the 31-year-old swap West Yorkshire for North Wales.

Wrexham are, however, being linked with other forward options in January and EFL pundit Don Goodman, speaking via Plejmo.com, has said: “With the greatest of respect to Wrexham, it's a brilliant project with all the glitz and glamour, I think Patrick Bamford would have greater ambition from a footballing point of view, as despite them having a brilliant season, it’s possible Wrexham could still be a League One club next season.

“I could see Ryan Hardie being an attractive option, however. Phil Parkinson likes that kind of striker and I'd imagine the player would receive a hefty pay increase despite the fact he'd be dropping down a level.”

Scottish striker Hardie is currently on the books of Plymouth, where he was recently working with Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney. He is said to have a £2 million release clause at Home Park which, if triggered, would see Wrexham smash their transfer record once again.