Wrexham strengthened their squad by signing midfielder Lewis O'Brien from Premier League Nottingham Forest for an undisclosed fee on a three-year contract. O'Brien, 26, previously signed for Forest in 2022 but had limited appearances, spending time on loan at various clubs. He expressed excitement about joining Wrexham, emphasizing the club's ambition and his desire to contribute to their success. O'Brien's experience includes 162 Championship appearances, adding significant depth to Wrexham's roster, who are returning to the Championship after a lengthy absence. Manager Phil Parkinson welcomed O'Brien as a valuable addition to the team.
"I'm absolutely buzzing. It's been a long time coming, but to be here is great," O'Brien said in a statement. "The last couple of years has been a whirlwind for me and my family, but to sign a long-term contract and find somewhere I can call home is a great feeling."
"After speaking to everyone here, it's a Club with a lot of ambition. I want to be part of that journey, and take Wrexham to where they want to be."
"I'm delighted to welcome Lewis to the Club," Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson said. "He's a player with a lot of experience at this level and will be a great addition to the group. We're looking forward to working with him."
In total, O'Brien has made 162 appearances in the Championship, adding valuable experience to Wrexham's squad after they achieved a third straight promotion last season to earn a place in England's second tier for the first time in 42 years.
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