Wrexham could move for 15-goal Chelsea gem after Phil Parkinson shares summer transfer plan

Phil Parkinson has shared an insight into Wrexham’s transfer targets for the upcoming summer window.

Shaun Harvey has said Wrexham will look at free agents, and that one could be the club’s first addition of the summer.

On that front, Tom Lawrence is wanted after Rangers opted to release the midfielder this month.

West Ham United defender Aaron Cresswell is linked to Wrexham as well amid his impending Hammers exit.

Now, Phil Parkinson has said the Dragons are in contact with Premier League clubs regarding loan transfers for the forthcoming campaign.

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Wrexham should target Chelsea gem after Phil Parkinson comments

Since Parkinson arrived, Wrexham haven’t really utilised the loan market to much effect.

Arthur Okonkwo is the only player who has joined the Welsh side on loan from a Premier League club in the last several years.

But now they are playing in the Championship, there should be more opportunities for Wrexham to snag some top young talents on temporary deals.

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One area the club probably needs to strengthen this summer, especially after Steven Fletcher’s exit, is up front.

Sam Smith is the only striker they still have who was able to notch a decent goal return in 2024/25, and more firepower should be targeted.

So, with Wrexham now looking at loaning players from top-flight clubs, they should try and secure a move for Donnell McNeilly.

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Born in London, McNeilly is a product of Chelsea’s academy and has enjoyed much success at youth level.

A natural striker, the 18-year-old scored 34 goals and assisted nine in 43 matches for their U18 team.

He’s since been promoted to the U21 side, finding the net 19 times and providing two assists in 43 appearances.

2024/25 has been particularly fruitful for McNeilly, who sits as the top goalscorer in the Premier League 2 this term.

Via Transfermarkt, correct as of 28/05/25

In all competitions, he has 15 goals and two assists from 28 games for the Blues.