Reports swirling around Ryan Reynolds have sent shockwaves through football circles after the Wrexham co-owner reportedly opened up about the harsh realities of club ownership. In a recent interview, the Hollywood star and major shareholder of Wrexham AFC is said to have described owning a football club as “emotionally draining, financially foolish, and completely addictive.”
While rumors of bankruptcy remain unconfirmed, sources close to the situation suggest Reynolds is seriously considering selling part of his stake after just a few years at the helm. The actor, who alongside Rob McElhenney helped transform Wrexham’s global image, has poured significant personal resources into the club’s rise through the English football pyramid.
Reynolds reportedly admitted that the financial demands of running a competitive club far exceeded his early expectations, with wages, infrastructure, and transfer costs piling pressure on ownership. Despite on-field progress and worldwide popularity fueled by the Welcome to Wrexham documentary, sustaining long-term financial stability has proven challenging.
Wrexham fans have reacted with mixed emotions—gratitude for the journey so far, but anxiety over what a potential ownership change could mean. As speculation grows, the club awaits clarity on whether this is merely emotional honesty or the beginning of a major ownership shake-up.