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Paul Mullin’s return to Wrexham comes at a moment when both the player and club can use a reset. The striker’s recall from Wigan Athletic offers more than sentiment — it opens a chance for renewed purpose and sharper attacking focus at The Racecourse.
Wrexham AFC have confirmed that Wigan activated a break clause in Mullin’s loan contract, bringing him back to North Wales this month pending paperwork. The striker made 26 appearances and scored five goals for the League One side before being left out of recent squads. The recall was also confirmed by Phil Parkinson, who said Mullin will train again with the team this week.
For Wrexham, the timing matters. A player who scored 110 goals in 170 games for the club and is under contract until 2027 brings proven quality and familiarity to a squad that continues to adapt to the Championship level. The club has said it will assess Mullin on his return and explore all options for his role this season.
Wrexham regain a proven finisher in a key phase of the season
Mullin’s record already forms part of Wrexham’s modern identity. Across three straight promotions, his goals and discipline in the box gave the team a consistent edge. Returning to a structure built around pressing and direct play could immediately lift rhythm and morale.
His reintroduction also strengthens Phil Parkinson’s attacking mix. Wrexham’s success has relied on efficiency in front of goal, and Mullin’s sharpness and movement remain crucial. With training sessions this week, he will have the chance to rebuild his rhythm in familiar surroundings.
Wigan’s loss underlines why the recall makes sense
At Wigan, competition for forward places limited Mullin’s minutes. Being left out of several matchday squads reflected tactical preference rather than a decline in form, and the recall through a break clause benefits both sides. Wrexham gain a proven scorer; Wigan free up flexibility in their own rotation.
For Parkinson, the situation offers clarity. Mullin’s return provides renewed depth in attack at a key stage of the season. A striker who understands the system and demands of the club rarely needs long to make an impact again.
Mullin’s early return feels less like an ending and more like a restart. Wrexham regain a fit, motivated player who still represents the team’s rise. The next step is simple: turn familiarity and instinct into the cutting edge that has long defined his best moments in red.
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