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Wrexham will be keeping a close eye on the 2026 World Cup this summer as they look to bolster their squad ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Phil Parkinson has already stressed the need to "improve" his side for their second Championship season after finishing seventh and narrowly falling short of the playoffs. The Wrexham boss recently confirmed he will be scouting transfer targets at the World Cup as the club weighs up several options in its pursuit of Premier League football.
Wrexham will likely make wingback reinforcements a priority this summer, while also seeking a striker, central midfielder and goalkeeper. They may also look to bring in an additional center back to add depth to the first-team squad.
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With that in mind, here are seven players Wrexham should keep a close eye on during the World Cup.
Alessandro Circati
Australia
Wrexham shifted their transfer approach when they brought in Liberato Cacace from Serie A last summer and could replicate that strategy with a move for Circati.
The 22-year-old center back played an important role for Parma in the Italian top flight last season, even captaining the side on four occasions.
Although born in Italy and having represented the country at Under-20 level, Circati relocated to Australia at the age of one and ultimately opted to represent the Socceroos on the international stage. After a productive youth career with Perth Glory, he moved to Europe for trials and came close to joining Leicester City before the deal fell through due to Brexit-related complications.
He instead signed for hometown club Parma, where he was guided by Italian football legend Gianluigi Buffon. Circati has already accumulated 13 appearances for Australia's senior side and will be eager to add to that tally this summer.
Lucas Herrington
Australia
Herrington may not feature heavily at this summer's World Cup, but he is a player with a tremendously bright future and could be a fascinating prospect for the Wrexham project.
At just 18 years old, the center back is already a regular starter for the Colorado Rapids in Major League Soccer.
The teenager made his mark in Australia with Brisbane Roar, racking up 29 appearances across all competitions before being sold to Colorado for a club-record fee of around $1 million. Herrington signed an initial four-year deal in MLS and has started every league game of his first season.
Having only completed his transfer in January, prising him away to the Championship so quickly may prove difficult. That said, he is certainly a player worth keeping tabs on, having already earned four senior caps for Australia.
Nathan Saliba
Canada
Wrexham are understood to be in the market for a younger holding midfielder, and Saliba could be an excellent fit.
The Canada international came through the academy at CS Longueuil in Quebec before being snapped up by local MLS club CF Montréal. Saliba turned down loan interest from the Canadian Premier League to compete for a first-team spot and quickly cemented himself as a key player.
At the close of the 2024 season, he was included in the MLS 22 Under 22 list and was also nominated for MLS Young Player of the Year.
The 22-year-old subsequently joined Belgian heavyweights Anderlecht, penning a contract through 2029. He made 45 appearances across all competitions last season and will be hoping to build on his 15 senior international caps at the World Cup.
Amar Memic
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Wrexham have identified wingback recruitment as a key priority this summer, and Memić could turn out to be a real hidden gem.
The 25-year-old was a standout performer for FC Viktoria Plzeň last season, making 44 appearances across all competitions. Deployed mainly as a right wingback, he contributed three goals and 10 assists while catching the eye during the club's Europa League run.
Plzeň went unbeaten in regulation throughout the competition, posting impressive results against Roma, Fenerbahçe, and FC Porto before being knocked out on penalties by Panathinaikos in the first knockout round.
Alongside his creativity, Memić is well known for his explosive pace and ability to take on defenders, often functioning more like a traditional winger than a wingback. He started both playoff fixtures as Bosnia and Herzegovina overcame Wales and Italy to book their place at the World Cup and will be aiming to make a real impression this summer.
Max Arfsten
United States
Wrexham face a key decision at left wingback following Cacace's injury-disrupted debut season. Should they opt to explore alternatives, USMNT standout Max Arfsten could be a compelling target.
After an impressive college career, Arfsten joined MLS Next Pro outfit San Jose Earthquakes II, where he netted nine goals in 24 appearances. He then entered the 2023 MLS SuperDraft and was picked 14th overall by the Columbus Crew.
The 25-year-old has since established himself as one of the division's top wingbacks and looks ideally suited to Parkinson's tactical setup in North Wales. Arfsten has earned 20 caps under Mauricio Pochettino and will be aiming to play a prominent role for the U.S. men's national team at the World Cup.
Ché Adams
Scotland
Wrexham are expected to target a striker this summer, and Scotland international Ché Adams could be a shrewd acquisition.
The 29-year-old brings a wealth of Championship experience, having scored 49 goals in 156 appearances in the division during stints with Birmingham City and Southampton.
Adams currently plies his trade at Serie A club Torino, where he netted eight goals in 36 appearances last season. He also featured in two of Scotland's World Cup warm-up games and bagged a brace in a 4–0 win over Bolivia last weekend.
With just one year left on his deal, Torino may be willing to sell if Adams delivers a strong World Cup showing. Given his proven track record in England, a return to the Championship would come as little surprise.
Ricardo Pepi
United States
This suggestion may appear ambitious, but if any Championship club is capable of pulling off a deal for Pepi, it is Wrexham.
Despite being eligible to represent both the United States and Mexico, Pepi chose to play for the USMNT and is expected to be a central figure in Pochettino's plans this summer.
After netting 13 goals for FC Dallas during the 2021 MLS regular season, Pepi was named MLS Young Player of the Year before making a move to German club Augsburg in a deal reportedly worth $20 million. He later impressed on loan at Groningen before securing a permanent switch to Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven.
The 23-year-old has continued to flourish in the Eredivisie and was widely tipped to join Premier League club Fulham in a deal valued at around $46 million this summer. Pepi even underwent a medical with the London side, but talks ultimately collapsed after the two parties could not agree on a clause that would have allowed Fulham to pull out of the deal in the event of an injury to the striker.
Pepi will attract plenty of interest if he shines at the World Cup, but should Wrexham secure the necessary financial backing, it could rank among the most eye-catching transfers of the summer.