Wrexham's talismanic striker Paul Mullin has returned to training, providing a major boost to the League Two side after a slow start to the season. The 28-year-old, who scored 38 league goals last season to help secure promotion, has been sidelined since suffering a punctured lung and broken ribs in a pre-season collision with Manchester United's goalkeeper.
Mullin's absence was felt during the opening month of the campaign, with Wrexham winning only one of their first five league matches. The team currently sits 16th in the table, having conceded 14 goals—the worst defensive record in the division. Despite scoring 14 times, the Red Dragons have struggled to turn chances into points.
Manager Phil Parkinson confirmed the forward is back on the training ground. Speaking to the Evening Leader, Parkinson said: 'He is back on the training ground which is so good to see. We are getting there. Each day he gets stronger. Obviously he has had a long period of inactivity but he is back out running on the training ground doing unopposed stuff; finishing etc, and he looks good.'
No date has been set for Mullin's full return to competitive action, but his progress suggests he is on schedule for an injury of this nature. The news comes after Wrexham's exit from the EFL Cup following a penalty shootout loss to Bradford City, further highlighting the need for reinforcements.
Parkinson will hope Mullin's return can help stabilise the team and kickstart their season as they aim to climb the League Two table in the coming weeks.
