Wrexham's Epic Rise: Can They Reach the EPL in 2025?

A Jump to the Top of English Football

It has been quite some time since Wrexham began its climb to the upper ranks of English football. Their success over the years has proven that this kind of climb is possible – and definitely manageable even by one of the smallest yet oldest clubs in the league, which says a lot about how this is expected to be yet another daring climb that will push Wrexham to its limits.

Ever since the RR McReynolds Company LLC acquired the club’s ownership, Wrexham has enjoyed a rise in prominence not just for the club, but even the county’s economic growth has jumped up to this moment. Of course, that is a great note, but as a sports team whose journey is also well-documented thanks to the documentary series Welcome to Wrexham. That says a lot about how their journey has earned a massive trend and how it is expected to bloom even more with their continued rise in the sport.

So far, everything is really in Wrexham AFC’s favor. No one can deny the special journey that they have forged so far, and their success continues to be quite the spectacle for fans and critics to enjoy at this point. Now more than ever, it seems that the Red Dragons may be going to get the best of their games in the coming run, so fans should expect to see more from them in the coming months as they try to grind towards the upper echelon of English Football.

After all, Wrexham did start from the bottom, and now they are here. Just one more triumph away from earning a grand welcome into the EPL and getting the best attention in that regard as the Championship campaign looms closer than ever.

The Challenge of Sustained Promotion

Since moving up to EFL League Two in 2022-23, Wrexham has continued to be at the forefront of competitive football and has not missed out on a chance to rise in the ranks in each tier. So far, it has been a grand journey for the Red Dragons as they continue to produce wins one league at a time. Now, more than ever, the team will face challenges as they continue to progress rapidly.

For starters, sustaining the Racecourse Ground has been tedious work for the team, and it has also made it hard for them to keep a lot of fans from time to time before finally finding ways to sustain the budget through sponsorships. It is also relevant and connected to the status of the city of Wrexham, which definitely affects its status as a competing team, with the way the economic development of the city relies on Wrexham AFC’s success.

There’s also the challenge of maintaining competitive players. Of course, not every player they had from the start would end up being still the one they would bring to a much more competitive atmosphere in the Championship and hopefully the EPL. It means that some players will stay, but a lot of them will have to go in favor of experienced ones who could provide an impact for their chances of winning.

Can Wrexham Dominate in the Championships?

Wrexham AFC’s potential success in the EFL Championship will hinge on their adaptability, squad depth, and ability to handle a drastic step-up in quality. The Championship is notoriously one of the toughest and most unpredictable divisions in Europe, with a grueling 46-game schedule and a mix of relegated Premier League clubs, financially powerful sides, and battle-hardened teams.

If Wrexham secures promotion from League One, dominance in the Championship would be ambitious. They would need significant investment in playing staff, coaching, infrastructure, and sports science to compete with established clubs.

However, the club’s ownership by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney brings financial backing, global attention, and a long-term vision that could make Wrexham more than just survivors in the Championship – potentially dark horses with the right momentum.

Is the EPL Climb a Feasible Thing for Wrexham?

Reaching the English Premier League, just a few years after playing in the National League, would be one of the most remarkable climbs in modern football history – but it's not impossible. The backing of celebrity owners has given Wrexham a visibility and commercial platform few clubs at their level possess. Combined with smart recruitment and strong management under Phil Parkinson (or a successor aligned with the club's long-term plan), a slow, steady climb is feasible.

The club’s infrastructure, including the Racecourse Ground redevelopment, academy investment, and global brand expansion, reflects ambition beyond League One or the Championship. But moving from a promotion-contending side to a Premier League-ready outfit requires more than money – it demands time, stability, and elite performance at every level.

Will the Red Dragons Emerge to the Top Tier of English Football?

The fairytale narrative surrounding Wrexham has turned millions of fans worldwide into believers. Whether they reach the Premier League isn’t just a question of “if,” but also “when” and “how.” The club has already exceeded expectations with back-to-back promotions, and if the momentum continues, reaching the top tier is a real possibility within the next 5–7 years.

Still, the final step – from the Championship to the Premier League – is the most difficult. It requires not only finishing in the top two or winning the playoffs, but also beating clubs with parachute payments, Premier League-level infrastructure, and deep squads. Wrexham’s trajectory suggests they have the ambition and resources to dream big, but turning that dream into reality will test every part of the club’s sporting and business operations.

In short, yes – the Red Dragons could emerge into the Premier League. But dominance, patience, and smart decision-making will define whether this Hollywood-backed story reaches the biggest stage in English football.