Wrexham A.F.C. is closing in on a major transfer deal, with the club reportedly set to sign Ben Whiteman from Preston North End in a £2.5m deal. The 30-year-old midfielder has made over 220 appearances for the Lilywhites since joining from Doncaster Rovers in January 2021.
What happened?
Wrexham A.F.C. is expected to launch a successful £2.5m offer for Ben Whiteman, with the club looking to bolster its midfield options ahead of another push for promotion next season. The deal is reportedly a firm and serious bid, with Wrexham A.F.C. expected to offer up to £2.5m for the 30-year-old midfielder.
Why it matters for Wrexham A.F.C.
The signing of Ben Whiteman would be a major coup for Wrexham A.F.C., who are looking to strengthen their midfield options ahead of the new season. The club has been relatively quiet in the transfer market so far this summer, but the signing of Whiteman would be a significant statement of intent.
What comes next?
Wrexham A.F.C. will be hoping to complete the deal for Whiteman as soon as possible, with the new season just around the corner. The club will be looking to build on its 7th place finish in the Championship last season, and the signing of Whiteman would be a major boost to their chances of promotion.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 7th in Championship, 71 pts, 19W-14D-13L from 46 games, recent form DLWWL. Goals this season: 69 scored, 65 conceded (+4 goal difference). Title race: 24 points behind leaders Coventry.
