Ryan Reynolds sends emotional message to 'true gem' Jack Marriott as Wrexham striker completes transfer to Reading

Reading confirmed the signing of the 30-year-old on a three-year deal on Tuesday, ending an 18-month stint at Wrexham. Following the move, Reynolds has heaped praise on the striker and wished him well at the League One team.

In an Instagram story, he wrote: "Thank you, @jackmarriott14 for giving your all to this club and town. @readingfc has a true gem of a man and player in their midst. A leader on and off the field. I'll miss him at the Cae Ras."

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Former Derby County man Marriott racked up 43 appearances for Wrexham, scoring seven goals along the way, and was part of a side that secured promotion from League Two in 2024 and then League One a few months ago. For Reynolds to say what he did shows the mark of both men. 

Following Marriott's move to Reading, Wrexham boss Parkinson predicted big things for the ex-Fleetwood Town forward.

He added: "I’d like to wish Jack all the best at his new club; he’s a great lad. He started the season off so well last year, but had such an unfortunate injury. I’m sure he’s going to be a great signing for Reading."