Brunt joins Wrexham

[Lambert09]

7 hours ago, Saxondale said:

Fair play. I’m fairly sure he falls into the category of player that we acquire on a free with the intention of moving on for a small profit. Job done.

probably doesn’t even cover what he’s cost us though 

[CaliFOXnia]

2 hours ago, RedSoxUK said:

Good move for him tbf

Great move. Can't be many better places to play your football at the moment outside the Prem (obviously) and the upper reaches of the Champ with all that's going on at Wrexham?

Young kid, you'd imagine decent money, massive exposure as a player and in all likelihood a heavily strengthened squad. I hope he goes there and really impresses. 

[davieG]

https://www.thewrexhaminsider.com/news/lewis-brunt-delivers-verdict-on-hostile-wrexham-fans-after-completing-leicester-city-switch/

 

Lewis Brunt delivers verdict on ‘hostile’ Wrexham fans after completing Leicester City switch
Wed 3 July 2024 18:00
Olly Dawes
Wrexham have secured a second signing of the summer transfer window after landing Leicester City defender Lewis Brunt.

Wrexham have been going from strength to strength ever since the arrival of Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds.

Back-to-back promotions mean Wrexham are now battling against League One clubs – something few could have predicted even five years ago.

That does though mean that Wrexham need reinforcements this summer and Phil Parkinson has now secured two signings.

Goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo penned a permanent deal with Wrexham in June having seen his Arsenal deal expire this summer.

That was a major coup for Wrexham and Parkinson has managed to follow that up with another impressive signing this week.

Lewis Brunt on Wrexham fans

Brunt spent last season on loan at Mansfield Town and helped the Stags win promotion to League One alongside Wrexham.

Mansfield wanted to sign Brunt permanently and made him their ‘number one target’ – but Wrexham have managed to pounce.

Brunt has joined Wrexham for an undisclosed fee, committing his future to the club whilst adding depth to Parkinson’s options at the back.

One curiosity is that Brunt’s last game of league action came against Wrexham as Mansfield lost 2-0 at the STōK Cae Ras.

Brunt was substituted at half time in that game and didn’t play again before the end of the season as injury struck.

Now preparing to become a home player at the STōK Cae Ras, Brunt has delivered his verdict on Wrexham fans.

Speaking to Wrexham’s official YouTube channel, Brunt admitted that he thought the Wrexham fanbase was ‘hostile’, but is now glad to be n their side rather than against them.

“Playing here at Wrexham’s home ground was a little bit hostile but it’s going to be a nice feeling having them behind me instead of against me this season,” said Brunt.

Brunt versatility vital for Wrexham
Wrexham needed defensive options this summer having released Ben Tozer, Aaron Hayden and Jordan Tunnicliffe.

Brunt comes to bolster those defensive options and his versatility is immensely valuable to Parkinson.

The 23-year-old can play in any of the three centre back slots in Parkinson’s 3-5-2 approach and has even played as a left back and right back in the past.

Brunt also has extensive history as a defensive midfield, so that versatility to play in so many positions makes him really important moving forward.

Another player who will hopefully have his best years ahead of him, Brunt can now kick on and develop at Wrexham, potentially making himself a valuable asset moving forward.

[Aus Fox]

Decent player, wish him the best of luck. I think at that level he’ll be a stand out and be playing in the championship in no time, either with or without Wrexham 

[Scanchez]

He'll do well there.

[Bryn]

Good move that I reckon.

[Uncle Monty]

Champs league winner on one of my FM 24 mobile saves.

[LCFCJohn]

Nice to know Chilwell mentored the lad before he left!

 

Brunt admitted that he thought the Wrexham fanbase was ‘hostile’, but is now glad to be n their side rather than against them.

“Playing here at Wrexham’s home ground was a little bit hostile but it’s going to be a nice feeling having them behind me instead of against me this season,” said Brunt.

[Trav Le Bleu]

On 02/07/2024 at 14:10, Pita said:

Good luck to him. Could be a great movie for him 

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[cruzFOX]

Good luck to the lad. Always root for our academy products to go on and succeed whether it’s with us or other teams.