Wrexham AFC manager Phil Parkinson has indicated that the club are close to securing their first signing of the summer, with hopes to finalise a deal by the end of the week. The comment comes as the squad remain on a three-match pre-season tour of the United States, where they opened with a 3-2 victory over Leeds United in Tampa.
Recruitment remains priority despite strong core
Parkinson told talkSPORT that while the group put together last season has provided a stronger base, further additions are required to give him confidence ahead of the new Championship campaign. He stressed patience in the recruitment process and acknowledged that different transfers progress at varying speeds.
"But, we still need to strengthen the squad for me to get a real feeling of confidence that we're ready to go and take it the step further."
The manager pointed to last summer's extensive rebuilding — when the club brought in 14 players — and explained that integration of new arrivals can occur at different stages of pre-season. He made clear Wrexham are not complacent following last season's top-half finish and intend to push on through targeted signings.
Tour fixtures and immediate context
Wrexham began their States tour with the narrow win over Leeds and are scheduled to face Liverpool next at Yankee Stadium. The match in New York is due to kick off at 12.30am (Thursday) UK time.
- Pre-season opener: Wrexham 3–2 Leeds United (Tampa)
- Next fixture: Liverpool at Yankee Stadium — kick-off 12.30am (Thursday, UK time)
- Managerial aim: secure first summer arrival by week's end
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Recent result | 3–2 win v Leeds United (Tampa) |
| Upcoming match | Liverpool — Yankee Stadium — 12.30am (Thu) |
| Target | First signing of the window — hoped this week |
For Wrexham supporters the timetable for reinforcements will be watched closely. Strengthening the squad is framed by Parkinson as essential to move on from last season's achievements rather than rely on past momentum. The coming days could therefore be decisive for the club's transfer plans as they prepare for a competitive campaign.
