Wrexham strengthen their squad for their upcoming League One campaign with the acquisition of an Aston Villa defender.
Wrexham have continued to add to their squad for the upcoming League One campaign with the signing of Aston Villa defender Sebastian Revan.
The Red Dragons have secured successive promotions from the National League and League Two to earn a long-awaited return to the third tier of English football.
Phil Parkinson is now tasked with extending that streak in a division where they will be favourites to continue their rise, despite the presence of some high-profile clubs.
Needing to ensure that they comply with the EFL’s financial regulations, Wrexham have not necessarily been gung-ho with signings, but three fresh faces had arrived at the Racecourse Ground prior to Monday.
Goalkeeper and former loanee Arthur Okonkwo has been brought in from Arsenal, while Lewis Brunt and George Dobson have signed from Leicester City and Charlton Athletic respectively.
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Revan next through the door
On Monday evening, Wrexham revealed that they had negotiated a deal to sign left-sided Revan from Aston Villa.
Prior to last season, the 21-year-old had endured a frustrating stint in the professional ranks, but a loan switch to Rotherham United proved productive despite the Millers being relegated from the Championship.
A total of 28 starts and eight substitute outings were made for the Yorkshire outfit, Revan playing his first full season in the first team.
With there being little chance of adding to his one outing for Villa, the West Midlands side have allowed him to link up with Wrexham on a permanent basis.
Revan, who has signed a three-year contract, told the club’s official website: “I’m delighted to get the deal done. I can’t wait to get started and show everyone what I can do.
“It’s going to be a great going to the USA and Canada (for the pre-season tour). I’ll hopefully get some minutes and the opportunity to impress and get my season started.
“I want to help take the club as high up the table as we can and add both goals and assists to my game and also the team’s.”
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Burton also added to Wrexham ranks
Wrexham have also signed Callum Burton on a free transfer, the 27-year-old having been released on a free transfer by Plymouth Argyle.
Burton has the last three seasons with the Pilgrims, making a total of 32 outings in all competitions. His only two outings for Plymouth in 2023-24 came in the EFL Cup.