Doctor Who star Matt Smith has dreamt of following in the footsteps of Wrexham owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds by purchasing a football club.
Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds shocked the footballing world to its core after buying Wrexham in February 2021.
The Hollywood superstars were known globally for their acting exploits, however, many questioned their knowledge of owning a football club.
Three years after purchasing Wrexham, the duo have proven the doubters wrong by transforming the Welsh side into a global force.
No supporter could have envisaged the rise their club has gone on since, having watched a record-breaking promotion last term, skyrocketing sales, ex-Premier League players, and plans to build a new stand while gaining millions of followers across their social media.
With thousands of supporters also watching from the United States, their rise has been unparalleled and with four matches left to go this season, they can yet clinch back-to-back promotions.
McElhenney and Reynolds have become the trailblazers for famous figures in this sector with several now wanting to own a football club after watching their success.
Matt Smith wants to follow in Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds footsteps
Famous actor Matt Smith, known for his role as Dr Who, has now outlined his ambitions of following in McElhenney’s and Reynolds’ footsteps by purchasing Championship club Blackburn Rovers.
Smith has supported the Lancashire side all his life and dreams of owning them one day.
Speaking on the Headliners podcast, via The Mirror, he said: “I dream about it on a daily basis.
“Honestly, if I could buy Blackburn Rovers and I had the money, I know it’s squandering it, I would do it in a heartbeat.”
The 41-year-old, who watched Blackburn lift the Premier League title in 1995, claims it would be a dream to restore Blackburn to their former glory as they currently sit 17th in the Championship.
He added: “Maybe it’s all leading to that [owning the club]. It’s crossed my mind. But it is a hiding to nothing. I’d love it, it’s a dream.
Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds are trailblazers
Of course, the Hollywood duo have brought success to Wrexham, but the impact it has had on a wider scale is huge.
The Welcome to Wrexham documentary has played a vital role in gaining new followers, particularly ones that aren’t interested in football, as it shows their life outside of owning a club and the influence they’ve had on the wider city.
This is why several famous figures, including Boyzone, have shown their interest in owning a football club, as they believe it’s possible to replicate that success.
Reynolds and McElhenney have been helped massively by the riches they have at their disposal, but they’ve also gained popularity for being incredible human beings and donating to several charitable causes.
Their connection to the football club is more than just about the money they’ve put in, which makes Wrexham’s journey so special.