Hollywood superstar Ryan Reynolds is preparing to write the next incredible chapter in Wrexham's fairytale story, with plans to make a sensational move for England manager Gareth Southgate.
The Deadpool actor and his business partner Rob McElhenney, who have transformed the Welsh club's fortunes since their 2020 takeover, are reportedly eyeing the Three Lions boss as their dream appointment to lead Wrexham's charge towards the Premier League.
The Hollywood Visionaries
Reynolds and McElhenney have become the darlings of football since their surprising acquisition of the historic club, capturing global attention through their Disney+ documentary 'Welcome to Wrexham'. Their ambitious project has already seen the Red Dragons secure back-to-back promotions, but their sights are set much higher.
The ambitious owners believe Southgate possesses the perfect blend of experience, man-management skills and football philosophy to elevate Wrexham to the next level, despite the England manager currently being focused on Euro 2024 preparations.
Why Southgate Fits the Wrexham Model
Gareth Southgate's contract with the Football Association expires in December, creating a potential window of opportunity for the Hollywood owners. The England manager has earned widespread praise for transforming the national team's culture and creating a cohesive unit that has reached a World Cup semi-final and European Championship final.
His approach aligns perfectly with the community-focused, family-friendly ethos that Reynolds and McElhenney have cultivated at the Racecourse Ground. The potential appointment would represent one of the most dramatic managerial coups in football history, taking a current international manager to the fourth tier of English football.
The Wrexham Transformation Continues
Since the Hollywood takeover, Wrexham has experienced:
- Back-to-back promotions from the National League to League One
- Global recognition and merchandise sales surpassing £5 million
- Stadium redevelopment plans for the Racecourse Ground
- Celebrity investment from the likes of Paul Rudd and Will Ferrell
The potential move for Southgate demonstrates the scale of Reynolds and McElhenney's ambition. While the England manager remains focused on international duty, the Wrexham project continues to capture imaginations worldwide.
This audacious approach has become characteristic of the Hollywood owners' methodology - dreaming big and turning football fantasies into reality. Whether Southgate would consider such a move remains uncertain, but in the world of Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham, nothing seems impossible anymore.
