Former Wrexham striker Louis Moult has resumed his working relationship with manager Kevin Wilkin by signing for AFC Telford United, the National League North club confirmed this week.
Return to partnership
Moult, 34, first linked up with Wilkin at Nuneaton and later followed him to the Racecourse, where he enjoyed his most prolific campaign for the club in 2014–15. After a year in north Wales he moved on to the Scottish Premiership and built a career that has included Football League and Scottish Championship appearances before a recent spell with Crewe Alexandra ended in his summer release.
The striker appeared for Telford as a trialist during pre-season and has now committed to the New Bucks Head outfit. The move reunites two men whose professional paths crossed on several occasions and offers Telford an experienced front-line option as they prepare for the new season.
Manager’s assessment
"I took Louis to Nuneaton with me and then to Wrexham from there. ... He's looked after himself; he's in good nick for his age, and he’ll bring that bit of quality. People will say he's a clever footballer with a good touch and a real eye for goal."
Wilkin told the club’s official website that Moult remains a goal threat and will add competition to Telford’s attacking ranks, praising his movement and understanding of the game. He highlighted their long-standing contact and judged the signing as suitable for both player and club at this stage of Moult’s career.
Career outline and local impact
Moult’s season at the Racecourse saw him finish as Wrexham’s leading scorer with 23 goals in 47 appearances. That achievement remains part of the club’s recent playing history and will be remembered by supporters. For local followers, the move is notable because it keeps a familiar figure in the regional footballing scene and reunites him with a manager who has overseen clubs within and beyond the Welsh-English football pyramid.
- Age: 34
- Former clubs (selected): Wrexham, Motherwell, Preston North End, Dundee United, Crewe Alexandra
- New club: AFC Telford United (National League North)
The signing will be monitored by supporters of both Wrexham and Telford. For Wrexham fans, Moult’s arrival at a neighbouring club is a reminder of his contribution to the club’s National League campaign more than a decade ago; for Telford, it represents the acquisition of an experienced forward capable of influencing matches in a competitive league.
| Club | Relevant note |
|---|---|
| Wrexham | Top scorer in 2014–15 season |
| Motherwell | Moved to Scottish Premiership after leaving Racecourse |
| Dundee United | Part of promotion-winning squad (2023/24) |
| Crewe Alexandra | Most recent club before summer release |
| AFC Telford United | Signed following pre-season trial |
Practical details for supporters: Moult has been registered with Telford and featured in pre-season matches as a trialist prior to the agreement. Ticketing, squad numbers and availability for opening fixtures will be confirmed by AFC Telford United as the campaign approaches.
This move exemplifies how players with local ties and previous success at the Racecourse continue to influence football across the region, while managers such as Wilkin draw on familiar personnel to shape squads for the season ahead.
