Wrexham have been told why an ambitious transfer for Leeds striker Patrick Bamford is unlikely despite the “glitz and glamour” of Hollywood co-owners.
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With Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney continuing to make the funds available that allow Phil Parkinson to recruit in each passing window, the Red Dragons have seen a move for England international striker Bamford speculated on.
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He is, however, on big money at Championship promotion hopefuls Leeds – having previously represented them in the Premier League – and is not expected to reach an agreement that would see the 31-year-old swap West Yorkshire for North Wales.
WHAT EFL PUNDIT SAID
Wrexham are, however, being linked with other forward options in January and EFL pundit Don Goodman, speaking via , has said: “With the greatest of respect to Wrexham, it's a brilliant project with all the glitz and glamour, I think Patrick Bamford would have greater ambition from a footballing point of view, as despite them having a brilliant season, it’s possible Wrexham could still be a League One club next season.
“I could see Ryan Hardie being an attractive option, however. Phil Parkinson likes that kind of striker and I'd imagine the player would receive a hefty pay increase despite the fact he'd be dropping down a level.”
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Scottish striker Hardie is currently on the books of Plymouth, where he was recently working with Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney. He is said to have a £2 million release clause at Home Park which, if triggered, would see Wrexham smash their transfer record once again.