Who owns Wrexham AFC?
Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds, who completed their takeover in February 2021 and remain the controlling shareholders. Three minority investors have bought in since.
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How it happened
- November 2020Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds' takeover, through RR McReynolds Company LLC, is backed by 98.6% of the Wrexham Supporters Trust members who voted. (Wikipedia)
- February 2021The takeover is completed. (Wikipedia)
- April 2024An entity controlled by Al Tylis, a backer of Mexican club Necaxa, buys a 5% stake. (Sportico)
- October 2024The Allyn family, of Skaneateles, New York, invest an undisclosed sum through Red Dragon Ventures LLC and become minority owners. (Shropshire Star)
- December 2025Apollo Sports Capital buys an undisclosed minority stake, including investment in redeveloping the stadium. McElhenney and Reynolds remain the controlling shareholders. (Sportcal)
The takeover was followed on screen in Welcome to Wrexham, and the club have gone from the National League to the Championship since: the full story.
Quick answers
- When did Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney buy Wrexham?
- The supporters' trust voted for their takeover in November 2020 and the deal was completed in February 2021.
- Who else has invested in Wrexham?
- Minority investors include an entity controlled by Necaxa backer Al Tylis (5%, April 2024), the Allyn family (October 2024) and Apollo Sports Capital (December 2025).