Wrexham have just over 24 hours to complete more incoming transfer business, and Phil Parkinson is now chasing a new defender.
Wrexham beat Millwall 2-0 on Saturday afternoon, securing a first victory of the Championship season in the process.
Kieffer Moore and Lewis O’Brien were both on the scoresheet, handing Wrexham an impressive victory in South London.
Wrexham’s first win is in the books, and Phil Parkinson will be delighted to have grabbed a victory before the international break.
Parkinson’s attention will now turn to the final stages of the transfer window, even with Wrexham making 10 new additions this summer.
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Wrexham make move for Bristol City’s Zak Vyner
Parkinson has hinted at interest in Jordan James, though there has been no update on the Stade Rennais midfielder.
Sky Sports now claim that Wrexham are moving for a defender, having made a bid for Bristol City’s Zak Vyner.
It’s claimed that Wrexham have offered £1.75million to sign Vyner, which Bristol City have rejected.
However, talks are ongoing as Wrexham hope to tempt the Robins into a deal before Monday’s transfer deadline.
Vyner may not be a familiar player to some Wrexham fans, so let’s dig into the defender’s career ahead of a potential move to North Wales.
Who has Zak Vyner played for in his career?
London-born Vyner was raised in Bath, and came up through the Bristol City youth ranks from the age of just seven.
The 28-year-old has spent his entire career with Bristol City, but has enjoyed four loan spells away from Ashton Gate.
Accrington Stanley, Plymouth Argyle, Rotherham United and Aberdeen have all been temporary homes for Vyner, with his last loan spell coming in the 2019-20 season.
How many appearances has Zak Vyner made for Bristol City?
Vyner has now racked up 240 appearances for Bristol City and played the full 90 minutes in their 4-2 win over Hull City on Saturday afternoon.
212 of those appearances have come in the Championship, making Vyner a proven defender in the second tier.
What position does Zak Vyner play?
Vyner has predominantly played as a centre-back, and his ideal role is to play as a right-sided defender in a back three.
Parkinson lines up with a back three at Wrexham, and Vyner may be viewed as ideal competition for Max Cleworth at the STōK Cae Ras.
How long is left on Zak Vyner’s Bristol City contract?
Vyner’s current Bristol City contract expires in 2026, meaning he now has just one year left on his deal at Ashton Gate.
Wrexham may well be attracted to that contract situation, potentially believing that Bristol City can be tempted to sell.
Has Zak Vyner ever played international football?
Vyner has no caps for England, but he is eligible to play for Kenya at international level.
Despite declaring to play for Kenya in 2024, Vyner is yet to earn his first international cap, but may be in contention down the line.