Wrexham A.F.C. are closing in on two significant transfer deals to sign Issa Kabore and Jacques Ekomie this week. The BBC reports the Championship club is poised to secure Kabore on a permanent move from Manchester City and bring in defender Ekomie from French top-flight side Angers.
Phil Parkinson's side currently sits 14th in the Championship table with two points from two draws. They have scored and conceded two goals ahead of their next home match against Birmingham. These potential signings follow the manager's recent comments about a difficult summer window, where he stated deals for various players to join the Red Dragons had fallen through.
Who is Issa Kabore and what does he offer?
Issa Kabore, a 25-year-old Burkina Faso international, is no stranger to the Racecourse Ground. He joined Wrexham on transfer deadline day last September and immediately impressed, providing two assists on his debut in a 3-2 win at Norwich City. Operating primarily as a right wing-back, Kabore became a mainstay in Parkinson's side until a hamstring injury during the November international break. He returned to feature prominently in the second half of the season, making 32 appearances across all competitions. His eight assists in the Championship were more than any other Wrexham player managed in the 2025-26 campaign. The proposed permanent deal, worth up to £4.75 million, would end a nomadic period for the defender that included seven loan moves from Manchester City, where he never made a senior appearance. City have secured a 20% sell-on clause and matching rights as part of the agreement.
What will Jacques Ekomie bring to the defence?
Jacques Ekomie is a 23-year-old Gabon international centre-back currently with Angers. He started his career at Bordeaux before moving to Angers in the summer of 2024. After making 21 appearances in his debut season, his influence grew significantly in 2025-26. Ekomie featured in all but two of Angers's Ligue 1 matches, starting 25 of his 32 league appearances. His consistent performances in France's top division reportedly attracted interest from clubs like West Ham United and German side Hamburg. With Ekomie now in the final year of his contract, Wrexham appear to have moved decisively to secure his signature. His arrival would provide defensive reinforcement, an area of need highlighted by the injury troubles of last summer's signing, New Zealand international Liberato Cacace.
How do these signings fit into Wrexham's summer plans?
Kabore and Ekomie are expected to join the trio of Danny Imray, Anthony Patterson, and Ben Whiteman as new faces at the club this summer. Full-back Imray has already made an impact, topping the club's scoring charts with one goal in two appearances this season. These moves represent a clear intent to build on last season's squad depth and quality. Parkinson had warned there were 'no guarantees' that Wrexham would further bolster their squad before the 1 September deadline, making this week's progress vital. The club is four points behind early leaders Millwall, and strengthening the squad is seen as key to closing that gap. Fans can track the evolving squad profile on our squad page.
What happens next for Wrexham A.F.C.?
The immediate focus shifts to integrating any new signings ahead of a busy period. Securing Kabore permanently rewards a player who already understands the system and has proven his value in the Championship. Adding a defender of Ekomie's calibre and top-flight experience addresses a key area. With the transfer window closing soon, the club's activity could define their early-season trajectory. The next test is a home match against Birmingham, a game that will offer another checkpoint in their campaign. You can follow the team's progress in the standings and review all the key numbers on our stats hub.
