Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac's Wrexham have been cautioned that the Championship is a ruthless division as they pursue their Premier League ambition. The Welsh club, owned by the Hollywood duo, have secured three consecutive promotions to reach the second tier, but their start to life in the Championship has been challenging, with just ten points from nine games leaving them in 18th place.
Sky Sports pundit Don Goodman has warned that Wrexham cannot afford to rest on their laurels, stating: 'This league, if you do, will chew you up and spit you out.' He acknowledged signs of progress under manager Phil Parkinson, particularly in defence, but stressed the need for continued improvement after a summer spending spree of around £33 million.
Former Wrexham striker Matt Jansen has urged patience, suggesting that a mid-table finish would be a good outcome this season. He pointed to Bournemouth's rise from League Two to the Premier League as proof that the dream is achievable, but emphasised the need for consolidation in the Championship before mounting a promotion push.
The owners have reportedly set a 2027 deadline to reach the Premier League, but Jansen believes it may take longer. 'It's realistic and it's doable, but it would take time to consolidate in the Championship,' he said, highlighting the difficulty posed by relegated Premier League teams.
Wrexham's next fixtures will test their resolve as they aim to climb the table and keep their Hollywood-inspired dream alive.
