'I love Luke Young' - Wrexham pay tribute to club captain after confirming his exit after six-year stay

The promoted League Two side released their retained list earlier in the week as they prepare to make the step up to the next division. Young was one of eight players not to be offered a new contract and the club have since paid tribute to their devoted captain on social media.

In a final farewell message on Instagram, Wrexham said: "Look... I love Luke Young!

"Our back-to-back, promotion-winning first-team captain will depart the Club after 259 appearances and 22 goals, two Player of the Season Awards, two Steve Edwards Goal of the Season Trophy wins and one top goalscorer award.

"Thanks for the memories, Youngy!"

Back-to-back promotions to the third tier of English football is something fans could only dream of when Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney first took over. The Red Dragons will need to recruit some more serious firepower if they are to compete with some huge clubs in 2024-25 and it may be sad to see some popular figures leave, but it is a necessary process to ensure progress for the club.

At 31, Young has limited time left as a professional and must move carefully. He could opt to follow Wrexham into League One and look for a contract there, or remain in League Two where he knows he can perform as a standout player.