Wrexham A.F.C. are in a frantic transfer scramble, with talks opened for Leicester City defender Harry Souttar and a significant bid submitted for SCO Angers' Jacques Ekomié. The Championship side, which finished 7th last season with 71 points, is pushing to strengthen its squad before the deadline on Tuesday, according to a report from Wales Online.
Issa Kabore's permanent return from Manchester City is already secured, with the Burkina Faso international signing a three-year deal. "I'm very happy to be back. It feels good to be here again," Kabore said. His 32 appearances on loan last term were a key factor in the move. The club's ambition remains clear. "Everybody knows our ambition is to get to the Premier League, and I'm here to fight for that promotion," Kabore added.
Who is Harry Souttar and why is he a target?
Harry Souttar is a 27-year-old Australian international who featured in his country's recent World Cup campaign. The centre-back is reportedly a key part of Leicester boss Russell Martin's plans and was even named captain. However, Wrexham have emerged as new favourites to sign him after Sheffield United, who had submitted bids, turned to other targets. A deal is not yet done, and Leicester's valuation is said to be around £10 million. Securing a player of his experience would be a major statement for a team that conceded 65 goals last season.
What is the latest on the bid for Jacques Ekomié?
Wrexham's ownership, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, are believed to have made a substantial offer for 23-year-old defender Jacques Ekomié. Reports claim the club gazumped rivals West Ham and Hamburg with an £8 million bid. Ekomié is seen as a promising talent who could bolster the defensive line. This aggressive move underscores the owners' commitment to building a squad capable of challenging at the top of the Championship, where they finished 24 points behind leaders Coventry last campaign.
How does the squad look ahead of the Millwall game?
With new signings targeted, manager Phil Parkinson is shaping a squad for the immediate challenge. The next fixture is a tough away trip to face 3rd-placed Millwall on September 2nd. Fans can track the team's preparations and the full schedule on our fixtures page. The completed signing of Kabore adds familiar quality, while potential arrivals like Souttar and Ekomié would address defensive needs evident in last season's record of 69 goals scored and 65 conceded.
What other targets are Wrexham monitoring?
Wrexham's recruitment drive isn't limited to these two players. The club remains keen on Viking FK centre-back Henrik Falchener, another 23-year-old. However, the landscape has become more complicated. Viking FK's 3-1 win over Dinamo Zagreb secured their place in the Champions League group stages, and Falchener was left out of that match. This success, and the increased financial security it brings, makes a deal harder to complete. Championship rivals Southampton have also joined the race for the defender.
The final hours before the deadline will be decisive. Wrexham's activity shows a clear intent to build on a solid 7th-place finish and push for the playoffs. You can view the latest squad updates and the full league standings on our site. The club's ambition to reach the Premier League is driving this late-window push, with significant investment aimed at turning that dream into reality.
