Paul Mullin's departure from Wrexham AFC marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in the club's history. The 31-year-old striker has bid farewell by mutual consent, bringing a curtain call to a five-year spell that will be remembered for its drama and goal-scoring heroics.
Mullin arrived at the Racecourse Ground on a free transfer from Cambridge United in 2021, catapulting himself into the hearts of Wrexham fans. Under the stewardship of Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, he became an integral part of the club's narrative, scoring a breathtaking 110 goals in just 172 competitive appearances.
The Liverpool-born forward was instrumental in Wrexham's resurgence, firing in crucial strikes during their National League title-winning campaign in 2022-23. His goal-scoring prowess propelled the Dragons to promotion into the English Football League (EFL) after a 15-year absence – and he continued to fire on all cylinders as Wrexham climbed through the divisions.
However, injuries began to take their toll towards the end of his tenure at the club. A punctured lung sustained in a pre-season friendly against Manchester United forced him to miss the start of the 2023-24 League Two campaign, while subsequent surgery for a troublesome back injury meant he was sidelined once more at the beginning of the 2024-25 season.
Despite signing an extension in January 2024, Mullin found himself struggling to secure regular playing time as Wrexham continued their upward trajectory. A loan spell with Wigan Athletic yielded five goals in 26 appearances before he moved on to Bradford City, where he failed to find the net in nine games for the Bantams.
Now back at Wrexham, Mullin's departure marks a poignant end to an era – and his legacy is already cemented in the club's history. Manager Phil Parkinson hailed him as 'a central figure' in Wrexham's narrative, while the club itself expressed 'heartfelt thanks' for his 'enormous contribution'. His impact on the pitch will be remembered for years to come.
BBC Radio Wales commentator Mark Poyser summed up Mullin's status perfectly: 'He's a cult hero, and without his goals, Wrexham wouldn't have got back into the EFL when they did.' As fans bid farewell to their beloved striker, one thing is certain – Paul Mullin will never be forgotten in Wrexham AFC colours.