Ryan Reynolds Praises Paul Mullin After Contract Termination
Hollywood star and Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds has paid a heartfelt tribute to Paul Mullin after the striker's departure from the club. Mullin's contract was mutually terminated on Friday, ending a hugely significant chapter in Wrexham AFC's recent history.
Reynolds took to Instagram to express his gratitude and admiration for Mullin, describing him as a player who 'changed Wrexham and changed all of us.' He highlighted Mullin's relentless drive, courage, and ability to deliver in decisive moments.
'Every day at Wrexham, on and off the pitch, Paul set the standard for courage, for tenacity, for humanity,' Reynolds wrote. 'No matter how far down we fell, no matter where we were, we never lost hope because we knew there was a real-life honest-to-goodness super-man on our side, a man who could turn the final minutes of a match into a miracle.'
Mullin's Impact on Wrexham's Rise
Mullin has been one of the defining players of the Wrexham era under Reynolds and co-owner Rob McElhenney. He played a key role in their rise through the leagues, becoming a fan favourite at the Racecourse Ground. His goals, work rate, and knack for producing decisive moments in crucial matches helped turn him into one of the standout figures of the club's modern history.
He scored 110 goals in 172 appearances following his arrival from Cambridge in 2021. The striker's profile was further raised by his role in the award-winning 'Welcome to Wrexham' docuseries. Following his move to Wigan last season, Reynolds said he could not 'imagine seeing Mulls on loan and in another kit.'
Manager and Club Pay Tribute
Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson also paid tribute to Mullin, saying: 'I would like to wish Paul all the best. This settlement enables him to take his time and find the right club for him, going forward. It can’t be underestimated the role Mulls has played in the story of Wrexham Football Club over the last five years, with so many memorable goals and moments. He’ll be a player always remembered and revered by our supporters.'
Mullin won three consecutive player of the season awards at Wrexham and was one of 10 players to win back-to-back-to-back promotions at the club. The 31-year-old leaves Wrexham as their ninth-highest goalscorer of all time.
