Phil Parkinson’s men, led by Hollywood owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds, are on the verge of a second consecutive promotion for the first time in their 159-year history.
Wrexham require only five points from their remaining three games to mathematically seal the deal; however, if Barrow and MK Dons lose points this weekend, their promotion to League One will be confirmed on Saturday evening.
Several players, notably Paul Mullin, Andy Cannon, Arthur Okonkwo, and James McClean, participated in their first season back in the Football League.
However, one of Parkinson’s stars will not play again this season.
Wrexham’s left back Jacob Mendy has played an important role in Parkinson’s winning machine at the top of League Two.
The 27-year-old has supplied valuable firepower down the left flank, scoring twice and assisting five times in 31 games this season.
Mendy frequently shared duty with McClean at left-back, but once the Irishman went to midfield, the Gambian international thrived as a regular starter.
Unfortunately, the big defender suffered a hamstring injury in the 2-1 win over Colchester United and was unable to play in Tuesday’s 4-1 victory against Crawley Town. The former Wealdstone player has pledged to return stronger after admitting his season is over.
Mendy’s attacking influence in this campaign has slipped beneath the radar. Only Sam Dalby, McClean, and Cannon have more assists than the Wrexham star this season, indicating attacking quality down the left wing.
When McClean joined the club last summer, Parkinson intended to use him as an attacking left-back in his five-man defence scheme.
Despite spending most of his career as a winger, the 35-year-old has thrived in a deeper role, demonstrating his ability to defend while still springing forward in attack.
Although Mendy’s injury is a significant setback, having McClean on reserve demonstrates Parkinson’s depth of quality.
This season, he has played as a left-back, winger, and centre midfielder for Wrexham, demonstrating his versatility.
Parkinson will need a couple more major changes from the veteran to secure promotion to League One, a level they haven’t reached since 2005.
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