**Wrexham Poised to Smash Transfer Record Again**
Hollywood co‑owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are close to completing a **record-breaking transfer** for defender **Liberato Cacace** from relegated Serie A side Empoli. The New Zealand international, who featured regularly in Serie A last season, is expected to sign for a base fee of **€2.5 m (£2 m)** plus add‑ons.
This bid is part of a broader strategy by the club to **reinforce the squad aggressively** ahead of their debut campaign in the EFL Championship—just a season after securing promotion in April 2025. If completed, this deal would eclipse the current record set by striker Sam Smith (approximately **£2 m**) in January 2025. Rumours even suggest Wrexham could stretch to **£3.5 m** if bids intensify.
**Who is Liberato Cacace?**
* A versatile 24‑year‑old left‑sided player: adept as left‑back, left‑centre‑back, or left midfield.
* Made **39 Serie A appearances** last season, chipping in with 2 goals and 5 assists.
* Brings international pedigree with **16 caps for New Zealand**
**Why this matters:**
* Solidifying the defence is crucial for **Championship survival** and ambition.
* This would mark Wrexham’s **first major overseas signing** under Reynolds & McElhenney
* The transfer reflects the pair’s continued willingness to **invest heavily** to elevate the club competitively .
**Looking Ahead**
Phil Parkinson and the board see this as a **statement signing**—not only to bolster the squad, but also to send a message about Wrexham’s **intention to challenge in the Championship**. As the season opener looms, approval of this deal could catalyse further high-impact moves.
