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James McClean pens heartfelt message as Wrexham let player leave for nothing, ‘More than…’

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Wrexham have made a number of changes to their squad on transfer deadline day.

Ben Sheaf has signed for Wrexham from Coventry City in a deal worth £6.5m.

Two more transfers are expected to be completed, while a number of players have departed the club.

First up, Tom O’Connor has left Wrexham, signing for Peterborough United on a season-long loan deal.

O’Connor is being joined at Peterborough by left-back Jacob Mendy, who has also secured a temporary exit.

Elsewhere, it was announced that George Evans has left Wrexham for free after having his contract terminated by mutual consent.

James McClean of Wrexham AFC
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James McClean message to George Evans

Evans has spent two years with the Welsh side, following a transfer from Millwall in 2023.

He helped the club win promotion from League Two and had a reduced role last season, when they finished second in League One.

Following his exit, James McClean has taken to Instagram to send a message to the midfielder.

Writing on his Instagram story, McClean said on Evans: “More than just a teammate in the end @georgeevans22”, followed by a green love-heart emoji.

Wrexham midfielder George Evans embraces Bolton Wanderers' George Thomason.
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What Phil Parkinson has said about players leaving Wrexham

Wrexham’s statement on Evans did not include a message from Phil Parkinson.

However, the manager did comment on the exits of the two defenders who have left.

On O’Connor, Parkinson said: “I’d like to wish Tommy all the best for his loan move. He’s been great for us in his time here, and I’m sure he’s going to be a terrific addition for Darren and his squad.”

On Mendy, the Wrexham manager commented: “I’d like to wish Jacob all the best. He’s been a really good signing over the years for us, but the time is right for him to go and get his career started again and it’s a fantastic opportunity for him down at Peterborough United to go and do that.”