Wrexham AFC’s dramatic ascent through the English football ranks continues to attract high-profile interest, with former Chelsea goalkeeper Asmir Begovic expressing a strong desire to join the Welsh club. Begovic, a seasoned Premier League veteran recently released by Everton, is now searching for his next opportunity—and Wrexham may be it.
Now playing in the Championship, Wrexham are considered a serious promotion contender. The club has been revitalized under the ownership of Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, who took over in 2020. Their leadership, paired with the success of the documentary Welcome to Wrexham, has drawn international attention to the team and widened its fanbase across the globe.
Begovic, 38, who has racked up 256 Premier League appearances with clubs including Portsmouth, Stoke, Bournemouth, and Chelsea, is intrigued by Wrexham’s project. He remains confident in his physical condition and eager to continue competing. After two seasons at Everton, where he played backup to Jordan Pickford, he says he still has more to offer and is ready for a new challenge that aligns with both personal and family needs.
As Wrexham prepares for its first Championship campaign in years, the club is seeking to strengthen its squad. Despite Arthur Okonkwo currently holding the No.1 shirt, the addition of a proven goalkeeper like Begovic could bring valuable experience to a team with Premier League ambitions.
Transfer rumors have swirled around other potential targets. Leicester City legend Jamie Vardy, previously linked with Wrexham, has reportedly declined a move. However, Liverpool’s young left-back Owen Beck may soon join the Red Dragons on loan, pending the completion of Milos Kerkez’s transfer to Liverpool.
According to bookmakers, Wrexham are now 11/2 to earn promotion to the Premier League in the 2025/26 season. Only a handful of teams—including Ipswich, Southampton, and Sheffield United—are currently rated higher. With the club’s upward trajectory, attracting players of Begovic’s stature could become increasingly common.