Key Highlights
- Christian Eriksen initially rejected Wrexham’s approach last summer because he did not want to appear in the club’s television documentary series.
- The Danish midfielder was contacted by Wrexham when they became a free agent after leaving Manchester United.
- Eriksen feared his story would be used for a documentary rather than considering him as a footballer, which worried Wrexham officials.
- Wrexham’s chief executive Michael Williamson revealed the player’s concerns during an interview with “That Wrexham Podcast.”
The Rise of Wrexham: A Project for the Books
Wrexham, a club making waves in English football, has seen its ambitious project gain traction. The Welsh side, now returning to the Championship for the first time since 1982, has been recognized as an impressive venture by various players and agents.
The Decision of Christian Eriksen
Christian Eriksen’s decision to initially reject Wrexham’s approach last summer was rooted in a concern over his story being used for the club’s television documentary series. According to club chief executive Michael Williamson, “I reached out to the agent (Martin Schoots) and what was really interesting in the first call is the reaction was, ‘We don’t want his story to be in a documentary because we’ve had plenty of opportunities for a documentary for his story.'”
However, Wrexham’s intentions were not solely based on a documentary. Williamson clarified that they “were calling because he could potentially be an interesting footballer” and aimed to build a competitive squad with players like Eriksen in mind.
The Impact of Public Interest
While Eriksen ultimately joined Wolfsburg, his interest from Wrexham sent a positive signal to the market. Williamson noted that “what it did was it sent a signal around the players’ market… that we were serious about being competitive.” This move opened doors for other signings such as Kieffer Moore, Josh Windass, Liberato Cacace, and Lewis O’Brien.
The club broke their transfer record three times during this window, spending a reported £10m on Wales striker Nathan Broadhead and over £33m in total. Despite not signing Eriksen, Wrexham’s project has been successful, currently 16th in the Championship table with five points from the play-offs ahead of their upcoming match against Portsmouth.
Building for the Future
Williamson expressed his optimism about the club’s future. “It’s going to take a few windows to really build a squad that is pushing for promotion, but it’s only going to get better and that’s what I’m excited about.” The ambitious project continues as Wrexham works towards establishing itself in the Championship.
The story of Christian Eriksen and his initial rejection by Wrexham highlights the complex decision-making processes clubs face when trying to balance commercial interests with signing top talent. While Eriksen ultimately joined Wolfsburg, his interest in Wrexham serves as a reminder of how a club’s ambition can impact player movements and future success.
