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Wrexham and Paul Mullin part mutual consent after five years

Published 26 June 2026

Wrexham AFC announced on June 26, 2026, that striker Paul Mullin has left the club by mutual consent, ending a five-year tenure that saw him become a central figure in the team's unprecedented rise from the National League to the Championship. The 31-year-old departs as a free agent, with his contract terminated one year before its scheduled expiration in 2027.

Mullin joined Wrexham on a free transfer from Cambridge United in 2021 and quickly established himself as a club legend, scoring 110 goals in 172 appearances. His prolific scoring, including 38 goals in the 2022-23 National League season, was instrumental in securing three consecutive promotions, returning the club to the English Football League after a 15-year absence and ultimately reaching the Championship.

Manager Phil Parkinson praised Mullin's contribution, stating it cannot be underestimated the role he played in the story of Wrexham Football Club over the last five years, with so many memorable goals and moments. He will be a player always remembered and revered by our supporters, Parkinson said.

Mullin's profile soared both on and off the pitch under the Hollywood ownership of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney,...

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