Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney eager to bring EFL cult hero to Wrexham

Wrexham co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are targeting a move for an EFL cult hero as they prepare for life in the Championship.

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• Wrexham to strengthen squad after promotion
• Eyeing up potential targets for new campaign
• Hollywood owners willing to invest in squad

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Wrexham's Hollywood owners are keen to strengthen the squad after securing a place in the Championship for the 2025-26 season and are considering trying to bring in Sheffield Wednesday's cult hero Barry Bannan. The 35-year-old veteran are "monitoring developments" and could be willing to pay a "top salary" if Bannan moves on this summer, according to .

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Bannan has spent a decade at the Owls but is facing an uncertain future due to the club's financial issues. According to BBC Sport, players and staff did not receive their monthly wages on time in May. It's the second time in three months that such a scenario has unfolded and comes at a difficult time for the club.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Bannan has also played for Aston Villa, Derby County, Blackpool, Leeds, Crystal Palace and Bolton in his career as well as winning 27 caps for Scotland.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR WREXHAM

  Wrexham are currently planning for the new campaign ahead of a pre-season tour in New Zealand and Australia which kicks off with a game against A-League side Melbourne Victory on July 11.